Special Education Teacher Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Special Education Teacher
Wakefield Public Schools
Wakefield Memorial High School – Wakefield, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Wakefield Public Schools
Job Details

Job ID:

5248207

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 17, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 27, 2025
Job Description

Position Title:

Special Education Teacher Location:

Wakefield High School Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field
Master’s degree in Special Education preferred
Valid Massachusetts teaching license in Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8) required
SEI Endorsement preferred

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Create and maintain IEPs for students with disabilities, ensuring goals and objectives are tailored to meet individual needs.

Provide Direct Instruction:

Deliver specialized instruction in academic, social, and behavioral areas to students with disabilities in various settings, including inclusive classrooms and resource rooms

Assess Student Progress:

Conduct formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress, adjust instruction based on data, and report progress to parents and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with

General Education Teachers:

Work closely with general education teachers to provide accommodations and modifications, ensuring students with disabilities can access the general education curriculum.

Facilitate Inclusion:

Support the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education classrooms and school activities, promoting a positive and accepting environment for all students.

Behavior Management:

Implement behavior intervention plans and use positive behavior supports to manage and improve student behavior.

Family Engagement:

Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to keep them informed about their child’s progress, challenges, and successes, and involve them in the educational process.

Compliance and Documentation:

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations related to special education, and maintain accurate and confidential student records.

Collaborative Team Member:

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including related service providers, administrators, and outside agencies, to support student success.
Other duties, as assigned
Reports to: Building Principal

Compensation:

Commensurate with Wakefield Public Schools’ Unit A salary schedule

Position Type:

Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required