Special Education Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Framingham Public Schools•Framingham, MA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher for Inclusion at Framingham Public Schools provides critical instructional support through a combination of pull-out and push-in service models. This role involves direct collaboration with general education teachers to ensure all students achieve academic success, independence, and meaningful participation in the learning environment. The teacher acts as a specialized support partner, delivering research-based interventions and modifications within the general education setting. This position is essential to Framingham Public Schools’ operations and its strategic goal of fostering the development of the "whole child" by supporting academic, social-emotional, and mental health needs. This commitment aligns with the district's high expectations for achievement, equal access to quality instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups.

Requirements

Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in: Moderate Disabilities (PreK-2) and SEI Endorsement; or Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8) and SEI Endorsement; or Moderate Disabilities (5-12) and SEI Endorsement.
A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field is required.
Proven track record of delivering high-quality behavior intervention and managing diverse, high-needs classroom environments.
Experience in a sub-separate or specialized school district setting is required.
Differentiated Instruction: Ability to design and implement specialized instructional interventions to meet the diverse needs of students with IEPs.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in analyzing standardized and formative assessment data (e.g., MCAS, i-Ready, or unit assessments) to track student growth and adjust instructional delivery.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Expertise in integrating SEL frameworks into daily routines to support the "whole child," fostering a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed classroom culture.
Content Pedagogy & Foundational Skills: Deep pedagogical knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices within the subject area to ensure all students master core concepts and reach grade-level proficiency.
Restorative Practices: Ability to utilize restorative justice and conflict transformation techniques to manage classroom behavior and resolve peer conflicts constructively.
Curriculum Alignment: Skill in aligning daily lesson plans with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district-wide strategic goals.
Adaptive Technology Integration: Mastery of instructional technology (Google Classroom, interactive whiteboards, and educational software) to enhance student engagement and accessibility.
Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work effectively within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and multidisciplinary teams (ESL, and Support staff) to support student success.
Cultural Proficiency: Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in fostering an equitable and inclusive district environment for all staff, students, and families.
Professionalism & Composure: Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; exhibit professionalism in responding to high-stakes or unpredictable classroom situations.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred.
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect research-based specialized instruction to address the goals and objectives within each student’s IEP.
Employs various teaching techniques and principles of learning to enable students to meet IEP goals.
Creates a positive learning experience using appropriate sources, including iPads.
Provides instruction with measurable outcomes, making progress toward higher-order thinking skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of developmental levels by providing differentiated learning experiences.
Develops and implements annual IEP plans, including present levels of performance, goals, and required related services.
Ensures compliance with IEPs and legal timelines; maintains accurate and complete student records.
Conducts formal special education evaluations and reevaluations.
Prepares required reports on children and activities as mandated by law and district policy.
Assesses student progress and determines the need for adjustments to instructional techniques.
Organizes, conducts, and analyzes results from educational assessments to adjust practice and delivery.
Serves as the primary contact and liaison for parents and families.
Schedules and participates in Team meetings to develop instructional strategies.
Collaborates with general education teachers to modify and accommodate curriculum as needed.
Coordinates the delivery of special education services outlined in each student's IEP.
Collaborates with paraprofessionals to ensure consistency and student success.
Commits to ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence-based practices and antiracist pedagogical frameworks.
Contributes to the school community by participating in staff meetings, serving on committees, and supporting extracurricular activities as directed.
Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteers to maximize their impact on student learning.
Other duties as assigned.