Grade 5 Special Education Teacher Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

Grade 5 Special Education Teacher
Canton Public Schools
Hansen Elementary School – Canton, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Canton Public Schools
Job Details

Job ID:

5239202

Application Deadline:

Jul 04, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 16, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 27, 2025
Job Description
The Hansen Elementary School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as the Grade 5 Special Education Teacher for the upcoming school year beginning in August 2025. The Grade 5 Special Education Teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families and staff. The Hansen Elementary School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serve over 500 students in grades K-5. The Hansen Elementary Schoolis elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social emotional learning for every student, and ensures high quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences. We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, areas of passion, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

JOB SUMMARY

Special Education teachers provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning learning environment in which students can access curriculum and make progress towards Massachusetts standards and develop social and emotional skills in order to participate in society, while providing a safe and supportive educational environment for all students. The Special Education teacher will also work collaboratively with all school staff in order to implement student Individualized Education Plans.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

(include but are not limited to):
Participates and/or facilitates in/follows all federal and state mandated child find procedures and timelines for the identification of students requiring special education services within the school setting, including the administration of appropriate formal and informal assessment tools/measures based on the suspected area of disability
In collaboration with the Team, develop an appropriate Individualized Education Plan for all students that are determined eligible for special education services. This includes the creation of short and long term goals, based on assessment data and targeted curriculum standards, for all of the student’s areas of identified disability
Participate in all federal and state mandated procedures and timelines for case management for all identified students, i.e. team meetings and liaison to regular education settings
Schedule, meet, and instruct assigned students in the locations and at the time designated
Collaborate with classroom teacher to plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and student engagement
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards and establishes clear objectives which reflect these standards for all lessons, units, and projects
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media
Evaluate and document student work on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
Seek the assistance of district specialists as needed and required
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Maintain accurate and complete, student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
Follow and implement individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans, etc.
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs
Communicate instructional plans with Educational Support Professionals on a regular basis
Participate in department, school meetings, and parent/guardian meetings
Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with others
Perform other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by building principal and/or District administration

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification that is appropriate for the grade level and subject area assigned. (Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.)
Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff and visitors
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
Working knowledge of relevant technologies: internet and email systems; word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; and educational software
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

SUPERVISES

Not Applicable

WORK YEAR

183 days

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary with comparable districts per Unit A Contract
If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.

Position Type:

Full-Time