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Job Title: Elementary Special Education Teacher
Location: Stamford, CT 06905
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience with a $10,000 sign-on bonus
Join The Pinnacle School, a NEASC-accredited, state-licensed Connecticut special education school redefining education for students with complex learning challenges. Through tailored academics, real-time support, and a collaborative approach, we empower students who may struggle in traditional settings to build essential skills, grow their confidence, and gain independence.
Why Join Us?- Salary- Based on education and experience with a $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Sign-on Bonus- $10,000
- Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as an Elementary Special Education Teacher- Provide Classroom Support - Assist students with academic tasks, social interactions, adaption daily living skills, and emotional regulation to create a structured, supportive learning environment.
- Monitor & Track Student Progress - Observe student behavior, document notes, and collaborate with the team to adjust support strategies to help students meet their goals.
- Ensure a Safe Learning Environment - Intervene when necessary, using de-escalation techniques, and calming strategies.
- Collaborate with Teachers & Families - Work closely with educators, therapists, BCBAs, and parents to provide consistent, individualized support.
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in special education, education or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Strong experience in creating, implementing, and managing individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
- Possesses a collaborative mindset with the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Passion for Special Education through patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today.At The Pinnacle School, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs.