Job Description - Special Education Teacher (Teaching, Educator) - School Program (26160867)
Job Description
Primary Location
: Connecticut-Trumbull-95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439)
Job
: Health Professionals
Organization
: St. Vincent''s Special Needs Center
Job Posting
: Jul 16, 2026
Special Education Teacher (Teaching, Educator) - School Program - (26160867)
Description
Your Career Starts Here: Join more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues dedicated to making a difference every day. Take pride in meaningful work where every moment matters and become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a Special Education Teacher.
For over 60 years, St. Vincent's Special Needs Services (SVSNS) has been a cornerstone in the special education community, supporting students ages 3-22 from 27 school districts across Connecticut. SVSNS supports children and young adults with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, including autism spectrum disorders, cerebral palsy, brain injuries, and neuromuscular disorders. Each year, the organization provides specialized educational and therapeutic services to more than 400 students and families.
What We Offer
High Staff to Student Ratios
Small Classroom size
On-going professional development
New teachers participate in the State Teams mentorship program
Robust Benefits Package:
401K Match
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
PTO
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness Program
Employee Discount Programs
Supportive culture
Rewarding Compensation
We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our students and our colleagues.
Deliver specialized instruction and educational support to students with significant developmental needs in an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Develop individualized goals and objectives aligned with each student's abilities, needs, and interests.
Develop and implement structured lesson plans and schedules that support student engagement, learning outcomes, and individualized education program (IEP) goals.
Conduct formal and informal student assessments, monitored progress, and analyzed performance data to support instructional planning.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary (PT, OT, Speech, RN) instructional teams to ensure high-quality, individualized services aligned with current best practices in special education.
Foster a respectful, encouraging, and supportive classroom environment to promote student growth and participation.
Supervise and provide guidance to education assistants and instructional aides to support effective classroom operations.
Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, learning goals, and classroom activities.
Qualifications
Comprehensive Special Education, K-12 (#165) Cross-Endorsement or the ability to receive a DSAP are required for employment
Education:
BA/BS Degree required.
Work Experience:
2 years experience in special education preferred.
We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Work Locations
:
95 Merritt Blvd Trumbull (10439)
95 Merritt Blvd
Trumbull 06611
Standard Hours Per Week: 36
Part-time (2 - 39 hours)
Shift Details: FULL TIME BENEFITS M - F 8am - 3:45pm