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Special Education Teacher

Putnam Public Schools
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POSITION: Special Education Teacher

Putnam Middle School is seeking a dedicated and versatile Special Education Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. This role is designed for an educator who excels at both supporting students within the general education environment and delivering targeted, individualized instruction. As a Case Manager, you will ensure students receive high-quality support through a hybrid model of inclusion-based services and specialized individual or small-group instruction tailored to meet their unique IEP goals.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Case Management: Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for a designated caseload.
  • Inclusion Support: Partner with general education teachers to provide "push-in" support, facilitating modifications and accommodations within the regular classroom.
  • Individualized Instruction: Design and deliver specialized, one-on-one or small-group instruction to address specific skill gaps and academic needs outside of the general education setting as required.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the middle school team to differentiate curriculum and ensure students have access to the general education environment while receiving the specific interventions they need.
  • Compliance & Meetings: Facilitate PPT (Planning and Placement Team) meetings and maintain rigorous documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
  • Progress Monitoring: Use data-driven methods to track student growth and adjust instructional strategies to ensure mastery of IEP goals.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Certification: Valid CT Teaching Certificate with endorsement Comprehensive Special Education (165, 065, 265) or documented eligibility for certification.
  • Experience with middle school-aged students and a variety of service delivery models (Inclusion and Resource) preferred.
  • Proven ability to write and implement effective IEPs and collect meaningful progress data.
  • High degree of professionalism and a commitment to maintaining student confidentiality.
  • Background Check: Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements


RATE OF PAY: $56,198 - $100,761 per year (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 and updated resume to Gregory Keith, Principal and Rebecca Lopes, Director of Student Services

START DATE: 2026-2027 School Year                              

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
 


Equal Opportunity Employer