Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher (Moderate Needs) - Jaworek Elementary School

Marlborough Public Schools•Marlborough, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for Moderate Needs students at Sgt. Charles J. Jaworek Elementary School for the 2026-27 school year, with anticipated assignment dates from December 10, 2026, to April 6, 2027. The role involves promoting student learning and growth through high-quality instruction, authentic assessments, data analysis, and continuous feedback. The teacher will maintain instructional practices that establish high expectations, create a safe and effective learning environment, and demonstrate cultural proficiency. Effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations are essential, as is maintaining an ethical, culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative professional practice.

Requirements

Experience working with students within the inclusion, small group and individual settings.
Technology Use – School System Data base, standard Microsoft and Google products and web-based sites.
Learning Strategies — Selecting and using instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation.
Written and Oral Comprehension and Expression — Read and understand information in writing and listen to and understand spoken information and ideas. Able to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
Team Player— Being respectful as part of a team and displaying constructive, collaborative behaviors.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited institution, preferred.
Valid Massachusetts licensure in Special Education covering grades PreK-8 preferred.
SEI Endorsement on DESE License preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect instructional support to students as per their IEPs.
Demonstrates knowledge of the developmental levels of students and their learning styles by providing differentiated learning experiences.
Participates in the Team meeting process.
Develops and implements Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) with measurable goals and objectives.
Ensures compliance with IEPs and timelines, maintaining accurate student records and preparing required reports.
Provides instruction with measurable outcomes and challenging tasks that promote higher-order thinking skills.
Collaborates with general education teachers to modify the general education curriculum for students with disabilities.
Organizes and analyzes assessment results to determine progress and adjust practice.
Identifies and/or implements appropriate differentiated interventions and enhancements for all students.
Collaborates with parents, outside agencies, and building staff.
Shares conclusions about student progress with colleagues and seeks feedback.
Provides descriptive feedback based on assessment results and engages students and families in constructive conversations about performance improvement.
Defines high expectations for student work quality, perseverance, and effort.
Develops students' interpersonal, group, and communication skills.
Anticipates and responds appropriately to conflicts or misunderstandings arising from differences.
Seeks out and applies ideas for improving practice from supervisors, colleagues, and professional development.
Collaborates with colleagues in developing standards-based units, examining student work, analyzing performance, and planning interventions.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Demonstrates sound judgment reflecting integrity, honesty, fairness, and trustworthiness.
Protects student confidentiality appropriately.
Fulfills professional responsibilities, is consistently timely and reliable with paperwork, duties, and assignments.
Demonstrates regular attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned by building Principal.