What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher – Full-Time (12-Month) position at The Light House?
Special Education Teacher – Full-Time (12-Month)
Southeastern Connecticut | Nonprofit | Great Benefits & Team Culture
Join a creative, mission-driven team at The Light House Learning Campus, a state-approved special education school dedicated to supporting students ages 5–22 with significant intellectual and developmental differences. Our program blends functional, student-centered academics with positive behavioral supports and community-based learning to promote growth in social communication, daily living skills, self-regulation, and pre-vocational development.
We’re looking for a certified Special Education Teacher who is passionate about helping students thrive in academic, vocational, and community settings.
What You’ll Do:
- Teach and support students across classroom, job, and community environments
- Build independence through meaningful, hands-on learning
- Lead and mentor a team of paraprofessionals
- Collaborate with families and staff to celebrate each student’s growth
What You Bring:
- CT K–12 Special Education Certification
- Experience with students who have intellectual, developmental, or behavioral challenges
- Creativity, flexibility, and a heart for individualized education
What We Offer:
✅ Competitive salary (based on teacher pay schedule)
✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance employer HSA contributions
✅ Paid holidays, vacations, and 12 sick/personal days
✅ 401(k) with employer match
✅ Supportive and inclusive team culture
Make a difference every day. Apply today and help light the way for the next generation of learners!
At The Light House, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the unique perspectives and talents of every team member.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000