History Teacher – 2025 - 2026 School Year

 Job Title: History Teacher – 2025 - 2026 School Year

 Location: Stamford, CT 06905

Join The Spire School, a NEASC-accredited and Connecticut State Approved Special Education Program. As an independent, therapeutic day school for Grades 8–12, we support intellectually capable students who face academic and emotional challenges. Our students benefit from a small, supportive learning environment that blends rigorous academics with a focus on health and wellness, helping those who experience anxiety, executive functioning challenges, or depression thrive and succeed.

Why Join Us?

• 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

• Provide Classroom Support – Create a positive and engaging learning space where every student feels supported and can thrive. 
• Monitor & Track Student Progress – Develop and manage Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's unique needs. Track and assess student development, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress and success.
• Ensure a Safe Learning Environment – Manage challenging behaviors by implementing behavior support plans and using de-escalation techniques and calming strategies to promote a structured and supportive setting.
• Collaborate with Teachers & Families – Work closely with parents, educators, and support staff to ensure consistent, individualized support for each student. Engage in ongoing communication to align strategies and interventions for student success.

 Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in History, Education or a closely related field from an accredited institution. 
• 1 to 3 years teaching experience to middle and high school age students.
• Must hold a Connecticut History or Connecticut Special Education 7-12 certification - dual certification in Special Education a plus.
• Strong experience in creating, implementing, and managing individualized education plans (IEPs). 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff. 
• Possesses a collaborative mindset with the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team. 
• Passion for Special Education through patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to help students with special needs succeed. 

 Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

 At The Spire School, 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!