Special Education Teacher

id='p1010_'>Special Education Teacher JobID: 1010

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:

8/21/2026

Location:

Putnam Elementary School

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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Putnam Elementary School is seeking an innovative and motivated resource special education teacher who can work to continue to shape student-centered programs designed to meet student needs across grades 1 through 4. A strong candidate will creatively and collaboratively work with special education teachers and support staff in the elementary school to help design creative learning experiences that support student growth and achievement. Putnam Elementary School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.

EXPERIENCE WITH: Implementing individualized education plans, administering assessments, de-escalation, collaborating with general education teachers and related service providers

QUALIFICATIONS:

CT Certification 165 - Comprehensive Special Education, K-12;

CT Certification 065-Comprehensive Special Education, PK-12;

CT Certification 265 - Comprehensive Special Education, 1-12;

or eligibility for certification required.

START DATE: 2026-2027 School Year

RATE OF PAY:Determined by contractual agreement

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application through our website: www.putnamschoolsct.org

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit a letter of interest to Kaye Jakan, Principal, Putnam Elementary School and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer