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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
Job ID:
5787606Application Deadline:
Jul 06, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)Posted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
Aug 26, 2026 Job DescriptionPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teaches full-time to students in grades 9-12.
- Demonstrates knowledge of safe working practices and equipment used in industry related to engineering.
- Demonstrates familiarity with all learning strands in the MA Chapter 74 Curriculum Frameworks issued by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Delivers instruction to students in accordance with the MA Chapter 74 Curriculum Frameworks
- Grades and monitors student progress through the use of progress reports, report cards, and student competency lists.
- Contacts parents to notify them of their students' progress - both positive and concerning, whenever necessary.
- Collaborates with program advisory, industry partners and post-secondary instructors to identify opportunities for instructional/curriculum improvements, co-operative learning placements or articulation agreements.
- Attends special education Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, where the teacher's presence is required.
- Follow all instructional guidelines and practices as required by the teacher contract.
- Carries out other duties as assigned by the Superintendent-Director.