Grades 6 - 8 Grades 9 - 12 Special Education Teacher | Bridgeport, Connecticut

Embark on a rewarding contract opportunity guiding and supporting students as a Special Education Teacher in a welcoming school environment near Bridgeport, CT. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact with a manageable caseload and a supportive team. The position runs from 8/25/2026 (or sooner) through 6/7/2027, following a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:15am to 3:45pm EST, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

What you’ll need to bring:

• Valid Connecticut teaching license with 165 or 265 Special Education Certification (DSAP certification not accepted)
• Experience or interest in working with 4th/5th or 7th/8th grade students
• Strong knowledge of IEP development, student progress monitoring, and adaptive instruction
• Ability to provide both resource–pull out and push-in support services
• Skills in collaborating with school staff and overseeing paraprofessionals

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of 12-15 students requiring intensive service minutes
• Delivering mainly pull-out resource instruction, with occasional push-in classroom support
• Scheduling and planning your groups with dedicated time for lesson planning, progress monitoring, and IEP writing
• Overseeing and supporting paraprofessional staff to ensure high-quality student support
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment for grades PK–8, with a primary focus on upper elementary or middle school age groups

This position is ideal for educators who value both autonomy in structuring their schedules and a close-knit, student-centered atmosphere. The manageable caseload allows for personalized attention to each student’s success, while ample planning time supports professional excellence.

If you’re ready to make a difference in students’ lives next school year, submit your application today and take the next step in your special education career!

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.34 to $51.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.