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Special Education Teacher (K-8) JobID: 6482 Position Type: Certified Teacher/Special Education Date Posted: 7/7/2026 Location: John C. Daniels School (PreK - 8) Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Teacher- Special Education (Bilingual preferred) Location: New Haven Public Schools Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities: Salary contingent on degree and years of experience: 26-27 School Year: $53,220 - $108,047 To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs. Certification Requirements: Must possess and maintain a Special Education certification as required and established by Connecticut State Statutes. Special Education: Comprehensive Grades Pre-K-12 Certification (065) For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate. New Haven Public Schools Vision: We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers. Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise. To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child � the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise. As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity. An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 7/8/2026
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$53,220 – $108,047/yr
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