Special Education Teacher - TLC Program

Wachusett Regional School District•Holden, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wachusett Regional School District seeks a Special Education Teacher for the TLC Program at Mountview Middle School. The role involves providing standards-aligned instruction and individualized support, including developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in compliance with Massachusetts DESE regulations. The teacher supports students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs while contributing to an inclusive and respectful learning environment. The position collaborates with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and support staff to monitor student progress, deliver interventions, support inclusion, and improve instruction. The teacher also maintains student documentation, communicates progress to families, participates in school meetings and events, and pursues professional development. Pay is according to the WREA Salary Schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
Valid Massachusetts Teaching License for the applicable grade level and subject area.
SEI endorsement required.
Subject matter expertise.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues.
Ability to design and implement standards-based lesson plans.
Ability to tailor teaching strategies to diverse learners, including English language learners, students with disabilities, and advanced learners.
Ability to understand and support students’ social, emotional, and academic challenges.
Successful completion of background checks required by Massachusetts state law and School Committee policies.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement IEPs based on student needs and Massachusetts DESE regulations.
Participate in IEP, eligibility, and team meetings as necessary.
Plan, organize, and deliver lessons aligned with Massachusetts state standards and the school curriculum.
Adapt lessons and instructional strategies to students’ individual needs and learning styles, and implement all aspects of their IEPs.
Participate in the MTSS framework by monitoring progress, identifying academic or behavioral challenges, and providing appropriate interventions.
Monitor student performance using formative and summative assessments, assignments, observations, and other tools.
Maintain timely and accurate progress reports, evaluations, documentation, and data collection; provide timely feedback to students and parents.
Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that promotes engagement and academic and behavioral success.
Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff in Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction using High Quality Instructional Materials and research-based strategies.
Participate in school-based committees, professional development, and faculty meetings.
Collaborate with general education teachers when necessary to support inclusion and co-teaching models.
Communicate with parents and guardians about student progress, behavior, and concerns; participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
Pursue professional development to implement innovative instructional practices, integrate emerging technologies, and align with evolving Massachusetts education policies.
Be available beyond the regular workday to assist students with extra help and support as needed.