Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Special Education Teacher

Date Posted:

10/10/2025

Location:

Western Middle School

Date Available:

10/21/2025

Closing Date:

Until filled

Greenwich Public Schools seeks a long-term substitute special education teacher for Western Middle School from approximately October 21, 2025, through approximately January 28, 2026; the position carries full salary and benefits for the duration of the assignment.

Job Description

The Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives, follows state-mandated due process procedures and functions as the IEP Case Manager to assigned students.

Responsibilities

Complete triennial evaluations for individual students using a variety of assessment methods

Participate as a member of the Planning and Placement Team (PPT)

Develop and implement an annual Individualized Education Program (IEP) in developing the Present Levels of Educational Performance, appropriate goals, and objectives

Employ various teaching strategies, methods, and principles of learning to assist students in achieving their IEP goals

Effectively manage the classroom and student behavior

Collaborate and consult with educational professionals and community service providers

Qualifications

Current CT Special Education Teacher certification, or certifiability, is required (e.g., #065)

Experience is preferred but not required

Knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of special education Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

The Greenwich Public School District is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. The District does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.