Special Education Teacher (Grades 6-12) #ESC6715
About The Position
Seeking a creative, compassionate, and adaptable Special Education Teacher to provide engaging instruction for students in grades 6–12 within a Chapter 766-approved school. This position is ideal for an educator who enjoys developing individualized learning experiences and working with students who benefit from additional academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support. You will deliver standards-based instruction, implement IEP accommodations, monitor student progress, and collaborate with colleagues and families to help each student succeed. The successful candidate will bring flexibility, creativity, strong relationship-building skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Appropriate Massachusetts curriculum-area teaching certification/licensure.
- Knowledge of IEP implementation, accommodations, and individualized interventions.
- Ability to establish a structured and supportive classroom environment.
- Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary school team.
- Flexibility and creativity when responding to changing student or classroom needs.
Nice To Haves
- Moderate Disabilities 5–12 licensure preferred.
- At least 6 months of classroom experience as a teacher, co-teacher, paraprofessional, instructional aide, or similar role preferred.
- Ability to develop and deliver differentiated instruction for students with varying academic and learning needs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and applicable academic standards.
- Deliver structured lessons and activities aligned with students’ current IEPs.
- Provide challenging, motivating, and relevant learning experiences for students in grades 6–12.
- Differentiate instruction based on individual academic abilities, learning styles, IEP requirements, and student needs.
- Provide individualized interventions, modifications, and accommodations as appropriate.
- Integrate technology and varied instructional methods into lesson planning and classroom instruction.
- Establish a physically safe, intellectually engaging, and supportive classroom environment consistent with special education best practices.
- Model and reinforce appropriate academic, behavioral, and social expectations.
- Assist in developing and implementing IEPs as appropriate.
- Monitor, assess, and document student academic progress.
- Complete required student progress reports, grading, and educational documentation.
- Participate in school assessment practices and the Academy’s IAP program.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with parents and guardians.
- Participate in teacher meetings, department meetings, staff meetings, professional development, and relevant school events.
- Collaborate with colleagues and other school professionals to support student achievement.
- Maintain compliance with school, program, and agency policies, standards, and protocols.
- Maintain required First Aid, CPR, and TCI certifications through provided training.
Benefits
- Great Pay!
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Career Level
Mid Level
