Title: Special Education Teacher (2025 – 2026 SY)
Location: Milford, CT
Join Woodhouse Academy, a therapeutic private day school for Grades 6-12, supporting students with challenges like anxiety, ADHD, executive functioning deficits, and spectrum disorders. Our team of state-certified educators and therapists works collaboratively to build critical skills in academics, social-emotional regulation, and self-advocacy. Led by a certified school social worker and consulting psychiatrist, we provide a supportive environment tailored to help each student thrive and achieve lasting success.
What we offer
- Compensation– Base salary ranging from $78,000.00 to $100,000.00, depending on education and experience.
- 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 a Special Education Teacher (2025 – 2026 SY)
- Develop and Implement IEPs – Create and execute individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s unique needs.
- Track and Assess Progress – Monitor student development, adjust strategies, and ensure continued academic and personal growth.
- Manage Challenging Behaviors – Implement behavior support plans to foster positive student outcomes.
- Collaborate with Support Teams – Work closely with RBTs, support staff, and parents to create an inclusive learning environment.
- Advocate for Students – Ensure compliance with educational laws while championing the rights and needs of students with disabilities.
- Foster a Positive Learning Environment – Cultivate a supportive, engaging space where every student can succeed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in special education, education, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Proven experience in developing, implementing, and managing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with students, parents, and staff.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
- Passion for Special Education, demonstrated by patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed.
At Woodhouse, 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!
