Autism, Educational Evaluation, Lesson Plans, Nursery School and Preschool, Primary School, Regulations, Special Education, Training/Teaching
Job Description:
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SPECIAL EDUCATION PRESCHOOL TEACHER
FULL-TIME
Shared Services is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher for our Integrated Preschool Program located at the Barkhamsted Elementary School in Barkhamsted Connecticut. This position is for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Requirements:
- A valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate with 065 Comprehensive Special Education, PreK-12
- Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and administration
- Implement Behavior support strategies based on evidence-based practices for preschool students with autism and emotional regulation
- Write and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Write and implement comprehensive IEPs
- Serve as integral part of the IEP team as well as write developmentally appropriate goals for preschool students based on data
- Perform appropriate educational and developmental evaluations
- Demonstrate an understanding of early childhood academic development and skills
- Be knowledgeable of and able to implement positive behavior support for challenging behaviors
- Plan instruction to achieve objectives and meet the needs of all students
- Effectively implement instructional plans and ensure accommodations and modifications are made for the growth and development of all students
- Guide the learning process towards the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives
- Establish a positive learning environment
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
COVER LETTER TO: Email cover letter and resume to:
Mr. Quentin H. Rueckert - (qrueckert@sharedservicesct.com)
Executive Director
Shared Services
94 Battistoni Drive
Winsted, CT 06098
Shared Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and by policy does not discriminate against a person
because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap or gender identity.
Posted: 06/10/2026