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Severe Special Education Teacher - Secondary
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$82,726 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Severe Special Education Teacher - Secondary
Dudley-Charlton Regional School District
Shepherd Hill Reg High - Dudley, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:
5924091
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- At his/her assigned school(s), and in accordance with the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, the teacher's duties shall include but are not limited to the following:
- 1.Plan effective lessons aligned with elementary level Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
- 2.Motivate pupils' interest and maintain a classroom environment conducive to instruction in the general education curriculum, and the promotion of student learning and achievement.
- 3.Properly supervise pupils to insure health and safety as well as positive interaction among peers.
- 4.Work cooperatively with teaching colleagues to plan, develop curriculum, and be a contributing member of a professional learning community.
- 5.Contribute to the proper inventory, care, maintenance, storage, of instructional materials and equipment, along with other staff members.
- 6.Attend and actively participate in grade level and full faculty meetings.
7.Maintain ongoing communication with parents relative to pupil progress including preparation of interim progress reports, quarterly grades for report cards, participation in parent teacher conference days, communication logs and other written telephone/personal conferences as necessary.
8.Spend appropriate time outside of regular school hours to prepare classes, assess student work, and perform ancillary duties.
9.Actively engage in ongoing professional development activity, and to maintain state certification (recertification), including an Individual Professional Development Plan approved by the principal.
10. Fulfills the teaching role in alignment with The Principles of Effective Teaching (
Regulatory Authority:
603 CMR 35.00: M.G.L. c.69, §1B; c.71, §38) .
Position Type:
Full-time
Salary:
$59,437 to $101,507 Per Year
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance