Special Education Teacher - High School History/Social Science NFI Massachusetts, Inc. - 3.4 Westborough, MA Job Details Full-time $60,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Referral program Pet insurance Qualifications Teaching Certification Teaching social sciences Special Education Certification Full Job Description NFI Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher - High School History/Social Science to provide academic instruction and individualized educational services to students within a Department of Mental Health funded Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) in Westborough, MA. This position supports students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs within a structured therapeutic environment while ensuring compliance with DESE and IDEA regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of the Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks and demonstrate the ability to provide differentiated instruction within a therapeutic and highly supportive educational setting. Essential Responsibilities Provide individualized and small group History/Social Science instruction aligned with Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications Modify curriculum and instructional strategies to support diverse learning profiles Utilize trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based instructional practices Integrate social-emotional learning and executive functioning supports into instruction Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment Support students during periods of emotional and behavioral dysregulation using therapeutic and crisis-management strategies Participate in crisis prevention and intervention training and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student stabilization Participate in IEP meetings, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary team meetings Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and required DESE documentation Collaborate with families, school districts, clinical providers, and residential staff to support student success Qualifications Massachusetts DESE Special Education Teacher License - Moderate Disabilities (5-12) preferred Massachusetts DESE Licensure in High School History/Social Science required Strong knowledge of Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks Experience working with students with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges preferred Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Commitment to trauma-informed and therapeutic educational practices

Position Details Salary Range:

$60,000-$75,000 Full-time, based on a 190-day school-year position with optional ESY opportunities Small class sizes with multidisciplinary team support Specialized school setting within a secure

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program Reports directly to the Special Education Coordinator This position is not eligible for participation in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS). NFI Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (multiple plan options) 403(b) Retirement Plan with potential employer match Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2,500 per year) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)

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Pet Insurance, Home & Auto, Legal Plan & more! Employee Referral Bonus Program NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.