Vocational-Focused Special Education Resource Teacher

Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Public Schools in Bridgeport, CT, seeks a Special Education Resource Teacher for Roosevelt School for the 2026-2027 year. The role involves developing IEPs, instruction, and coordinating student progress.

The position requires CT certification for Comprehensive Special Education PK-12, a BA-6th year salary range $51,079 to $107,539, and a commitment to inclusive education and vocational contexts.

Qualifications

• Connecticut teaching certification for Comprehensive Special Education PK-12 is required.
• Three years of urban teaching experience preferred.
• Experience using educational technology in instruction.
• Demonstrates responsibility for ongoing self-growth and professional improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the subject taught.
• Applies knowledge of human growth and development to learning/teaching.
• Respects diversity of cultural backgrounds and lifestyles.
• Identifies goals, objectives, strategies, and assessments for individual differences.
• Plans and implements effective lesson design using technology and aids.
• Aligns assessments with instructional objectives based on formative data.
• Monitors progress and adjusts instruction accordingly.
• Communicates with students about needs and progress.
• Maintains high expectations for learning and behavior.
• Maintains safe and orderly classroom routines and procedures.
• Shows knowledge of national, state, and local standards.
• Uses data to inform instruction and maintains records.
• Establishes rapport and positive reinforcement with students.
• Interest in vocational training and supervising students in a daily work setting.

Skills

Excellent oral and written

Human relation skills

Educational technology

Self-growth / professional development

Education

Connecticut teaching certification (165) Comprehensive Special Education PK-12

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Bridgeport Public Schools in Bridgeport, CT, seeks a Special Education Resource Teacher for Roosevelt School for the 2026-2027 year. The role involves developing IEPs, instruction, and coordinating student progress.

The position requires CT certification for Comprehensive Special Education PK-12, a BA-6th year salary range $51,079 to $107,539, and a commitment to inclusive education and vocational contexts.