Special Education Teacher- Pierce School
Brookline Public Schools
John Pierce School - Brookline, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Brookline School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5890306
Application Deadline:
Sep 01, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
Job Description:
The Pierce School is seeking a special educator for students with a range of mild to moderate special needs in grades K-3. Some students will receive a significant amount of instruction in small group settings, while others will spend most or all of their day in the general education setting. Duties include but are not limited to:
Planning and providing small group, specialized instruction in a range of areas, including reading, writing, math, executive functioning, and social skills/emotional regulation
Working with general education teachers to ensure appropriate classroom accommodations and curriculum modifications are provided in the general education setting. Working directly with students in the general education setting.
Fostering strong home/school communication.
Conducting academic testing for initial evaluations and reevaluations. Writing IEPs (for annual reviews, initial evaluations and reevaluations)
Presenting evaluation reports and findings in IEP meetings
Writing and presenting progress reports
Coordinating paraprofessional support for students and supporting paraprofessionals to meet students' IEP needs
Requirements Qualifications:
Mass DESE certification in mild/moderate special needs
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in a systematic phonemic approach to reading instruction strongly preferred. The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.
The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required