High School Special Education Teacher; SPED

Overview

Ready to trade the ordinary for a fulfilling mission in a prominent high school in Norwalk, CT? Join Cross Country Education as a highly skilled Special Education Teacher and step into one of two critical, full-time roles at the high school level—from supporting students in inclusive co-taught environments to leading specialized self-contained practical skills instruction. Make a vital difference now through the end of the academic year!

• Manage the full Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, including development, implementation, progress monitoring, and systematic data collection/analysis for documentation.
• Collaborate and consult with school staff, related service providers, and parents to ensure holistic student development and facilitate inclusion.
• General Education Support & Co-Teaching - 1 Position
  • Work closely with General Education teachers to co-teach core subject areas within an inclusive setting and deliver targeted instruction for smaller classes focused on executive functioning or self-contained core subjects.
• Practical Skills & Intellectual Disabilities Program - 1 Position
  • Design and implement specialized curriculum tailored to meet the unique needs of students with intellectual disabilities within a practical skills setting, while managing and leading the daily classroom operation, including paraprofessional supervision.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Connecticut Special Education Certification with an 165 or Intellectual Disabilities Endorsement (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEP data collection and implementation processes
• Prior experience teaching and managing both co-teaching and self-contained classroom environments at the secondary (high school) level (Preferred)
• Proven experience working effectively with students who have intellectual disabilities and behavioral support needs (Preferred)

• Top Compensation
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  Earn $43.40 - $46.40 Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits
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  Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance
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  Secure a full-time schedule with 35 hours per week, complemented by paid sick leave.

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Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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