Special Education Teacher (The Learning Center Program)

Special Education Teacher (The Learning Center Program) Falmouth Public Schools Falmouth High School - Falmouth, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in

Falmouth Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5699231

Application Deadline:

Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Aug 25, 2026 Job Description POSTING of VACANCY Special Education Teacher (The Learning Center) Falmouth High School 2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED Massachusetts licensure: Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities, All Levels (Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities 5-12 may be considered). Transition Specialist Endorsement Preferred SEI endorsement, preferred. Master's degree with an emphasis in Special Education preferred. Safety Care training preferred or willing to be trained. Experience with the use of specialized teaching techniques used with special education students. Ability to design or modify curriculum, instructional materials, and classroom environments for students with disabilities at the high school level. Ability to implement behavioral management strategies. Proficiency in— Social Skills, Life Skills, Pre-Vocational instruction/training, travel training, community safety skills, self-determination/advocacy Such other alternatives as the Superintendent of Schools/Director of Student Services may deem acceptable and appropriate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

: Develop and implement individualized academic programming for students with moderate to severe disabilities in alignment with IEP goals and Curriculum Standards. Complete evaluation and progress reports, educational plan information, and other data required by local, state, and federal guidelines. Deliver instruction across a wide range of academic levels using differentiated teaching strategies and multiple instructional modalities, including visual, auditory, technology-based, and hands-on learning approaches. Adapt curriculum materials, assessments, and instructional methods to meet diverse cognitive, communication, behavioral, and learning needs. Provide direct instruction in functional academics, literacy, mathematics, communication, executive functioning, and life skills within a high school setting. Utilize evidence-based practices, assistive technology, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems to support student learning and engagement. Collect, analyze, and maintain data on student progress toward academic and IEP objectives to inform instruction and compliance requirements. Collaborate with related service providers, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, families, and community agencies to support student success across settings. Create and maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes independence, self-advocacy, and positive behavioral supports. Modify and scaffold instruction to support students participating in inclusion opportunities, vocational experiences, and community-based learning activities. Collaborate with Post-Secondary lead teachers in the development and maintain partnerships with community businesses and organizations to provide students with disabilities meaningful, supervised opportunities to build vocational, job-readiness, and career exploration skills in alignment with students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Lead the development and implementation of transition planning services, including conducting age-appropriate transition assessments, contributing to Transition Planning Forms (TPFs), and supporting measurable postsecondary goals related to education/training, employment, and independent living. Collaborate with families, related service providers, adult service agencies, and community partners to support successful transitions to postsecondary opportunities and continuity of services beyond high school. Assist general education teachers as needed in the implementation of modifications for inclusionary practices. Guide and direct teaching assistants to facilitate programming for students in the school and in the community. Support inclusionary practices to ensure student participation is in the least restrictive and meaningful school environments. Other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Principal, Asst. Principal and/or Special Education Building Administrator.

SALARY :

In accordance with FEA Unit A Contract

APPLICATION

: Please apply until filled to: www.falmouth.k12.ma.us #FHS SpecialEdTeach 27-4 Lori Duerr, Ed.

D. Superintendent of Schools

INTERNAL POSTING DATE

05/08/2026 EXTERNAL

POSTING DATE

05/18/2026

EOE:

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Falmouth Public Schools Policy Manual Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

$63,111 to $113,561

Per Year Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities Special Education > Multiple Disabilities Job Requirements Contact Information Alan Harris ,

Principal Falmouth High School Email:

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