SY26-27 Special Education Teacher at the Transition Level (18-22 yrs) - STEP Program

SY26-27 Special Education Teacher at the Transition Level (18-22 yrs) - STEP Program CASE Collaborative CASE Collaborative - Concord, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5711623

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Aug 26, 2026 Job Description Join us! Going strong since 1974, CASE is an educational collaborative agency made up of 11 regional and municipal districts affording member and non-member school districts the opportunity to augment local services by planning, developing and implementing programs for students with special needs.

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ELIGIBLE

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Reports to: This position reports to a CASE Collaborative Program Administrator

Job Goals:

To teach a transition program for students aged 18-22 on track to receive a high school diploma. To implement educational and transition services for students in this program. To work collaboratively with parents/guardians and colleagues to meet the academic and transitional needs of students with disabilities.

Performance Responsibilities:

Program Development:

Create and maintain a transition curriculum and post-secondary learning opportunities; develop local employment opportunities and coordinate the school's community work program for students as needed.

Curriculum Alignment:

Deliver instruction in core content areas (English, Math, Science, Social Studies) aligned with State Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Standards; select appropriate methodologies for transition instruction.

Differentiated Instruction:

Implement high-quality instruction in classroom and community settings, utilizing behavioral management techniques, support plans, and modifications/accommodations.

Service Delivery:

Develop and implement student schedules in accordance with IEP service delivery; coordinate with specialists as needed.

Evaluations:

Administer, analyze, and write reports for educational and transition assessments (including three-year reevaluations) to inform the IEP process.

IEP Development:

Draft data-driven IEP goals focused on both academic mastery and post-secondary outcomes. Collaborate with Teams to write and update all aspects of the IEP, including service delivery grids and Transition Planning Forms.

TPF & SOP

Development:

Develop a comprehensive Transition Planning Form (TPF) and the Summary of Performance (SOP), documenting the academic achievement and functional performance for students aged 18-22 and identifying specific needs, activities, and services to meet post-secondary goals.

Progress Monitoring:

Maintain rigorous data on student progress toward IEP goals, complete data-informed progress reports and report cards according to Collaborative and regulatory schedules, and provide such reports to administrators.

Meetings:

Participate actively in annual reviews, reevaluations, and Open Houses; lead parent-teacher conferences and present assessment data to the Team. Participate in all required Collaborative meetings.

Behavioral Support:

Collaborate with BCBAs to implement behavioral interventions and support plans for students with social-emotional needs.

Credit Recovery:

Monitor student progress toward graduation requirements; coordinate with guidance departments to ensure all "units of study" are completed for diploma eligibility.

College Readiness:

Assist students in navigating the college application process, practicing self-advocacy, and preparing for entrance exams as needed.

Financial Literacy:

Provide instruction related to the effective use of various financial skills, including budgeting, investing, saving, and managing debt.

Vocational Experiences:

Cultivate and monitor work-based learning opportunities and community internships.

Self-Advocacy Coaching:

Explicitly teach students to understand their own IEPs, request accommodations, and manage their disability in adult settings.

Executive Functioning:

Provide direct instruction to students in organization, time management, and self-regulation skills necessary for the workplace or a college campus.

Internet Safety:

Teach students skills to protect their personal information, devices, and well-being from digital risks while using the internet.

Stakeholder Liaison:

Maintain frequent communication with parents/guardians and consult with therapists and counselors to support students' developmental and social needs.

Crisis Management:

Report student/family concerns or crises to Program Administrators immediately and maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism.

Staff Leadership:

Supervise, schedule, and provide evaluative feedback for teaching assistants; provide coaching and modeling to ensure instructional consistency.

Resource Management:

Order necessary instructional materials and maintain technology/adaptive equipment.

Agency Collaboration:

Coordinate with adult service agencies (e.g. Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission) to ensure a smooth transition upon graduation.

Professional Growth:

Engage in professional development to maintain licensure and stay current on research and best practices in special education and transition.

Professional Responsibilities:

Annually complete the MA Educator Evaluation process based on the educator's role and responsibilities as well as his/her professional practice and student learning needs.

General Duties:

Perform other related tasks at the discretion of the Program Administrator or Executive Director, including supervision of students during non-academic periods. This position falls within the Agreement between The CASE Professional Association/MTA/NEA and The CASE Collaborative (Unit A). The Unit A Contract with the salary chart can be found on CASE web site here: Unit A Competitive benefits Include (based on contract and position): Compensation competitive with public school employee sector Participation in MA state pension system (MTRS or MSERS) Voluntary benefits: health insurance on day one, dental insurance, long-term disability, life insurance on 1st day of the month following date of hire CASE covers 65% health insurance premiums and 50% cost of life insurance 15 sick, 3 personal, 2 religious holiday, 5 professional development days and bereavement days Mileage reimbursement for travel between schools, in-house PDP programs, tuition and workshop reimbursement, mentoring stipends Longevity; Sick Leave Bank Participation in 457 and 403(b) Retirement Plans Eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$59,966 to $116,319 Per Year