Special Education Teacher [83565]

Onward Search Education is partnering with Fairfield, Connecticut to hire Special Education Teachers for the 2026–2027 school year. We have two immediate openings supporting students in grades 6–8 in a resource-room / pull-out and academic assistance setting.

Location: Fairfield County, CT (On-Site)

School Year: 2026–2027

Schedule: 35 hours/week

Pay: $52.50-$60

Additional Role Details (2 Openings)

Opening #1 (Grade 6 Resource / Specialized Instruction):

• 6th grade ELA, Specialized Reading, 6th grade Math, and Specialized Math
• Strong preference for candidates with reading intervention knowledge/training (e.g., SPIRE, Wilson, Orton-Gillingham/OG, etc.)

Opening #2 (Grades 6–8 Academic Assistance / Executive Functioning Support):

• Academic Assistance teacher role
• Focus on executive functioning goals/objectives and supporting students in core subjects in a resource-like setting

Job Summary

In this role, you’ll deliver specialized instruction to students with IEPs in a small-group or individual setting, provide targeted interventions (including skill-building and reinforcement), and collaborate closely with general education teachers and related service providers to support student growth and access to the curriculum.

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals in small-group and/or 1:1 settings
• Implement targeted interventions in areas such as reading, math, and skill development as needed
• Support students with executive functioning skills (organization, planning, task initiation, self-monitoring) when applicable
• Collaborate with general education staff to ensure accommodations/modifications are implemented consistently
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and adjust instruction/interventions based on student performance
• Maintain timely documentation and participate in IEP meetings and other student support meetings

Qualifications:

• Connecticut Special Education certification OR eligibility for CT certification (required)
• Experience supporting middle school learners (grades 6–8 preferred)
• Comfort working in a resource-room / pull-out or resource-like support setting
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with staff, families, and student support teams
• For Opening #1: preferred experience/training with reading intervention programs (SPIRE/Wilson/OG or similar)

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay (based on experience and district budget)
• Health benefits options and access to a supportive recruiting team
• Streamlined onboarding and compliance support
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a middle school setting

Why Apply

At Onward Search Education, we believe every student deserves access to high-quality instruction and meaningful support. If you’re a special educator who is energized by small-group instruction, individualized interventions, and helping students build the skills they need to thrive—this is a great opportunity to join a team making a difference every day.

Ready to join us?

Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!