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.
Teacher-Special Education Long-Term Substitute (2026-2027)
North Reading Public Schools
J. Turner Hood Elementary School - North Reading, Massachusetts This job is also posted in North Reading School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5733920
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Sep 1, 2026
Job Description
The J. Turner Hood Elementary School is seeking a full year Special Education Teacher Long-Term Substitute for school year 2026-2027. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.
This assignment is tentatively from hire date through June 17, 2027 (the anticipated last day of the 2026-2027 school year). North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 1, 2026. New educators are required to attend the two day new staff orientation on dates still to be determined.
Essential duties Direct instruction of students
Monitor student progress on an ongoing basis
Serve as the IEP liaison for students in the classroom, and complete all associated state mandated paperwork, including progress reports and chairing annual review meetings
Conduct three year re-evaluation testing and other testing as appropriate
Support student inclusion opportunities through the implementation of behavior intervention plans, and appropriate engagement strategies
Maintain and manage all the required responsibilities of the special education process including academic, behavioral, and social skill instruction
Data collection and analysis
Testing
Collaborate with general education Teaches and special education staff
Attend faculty and department meetings as directed
Collaborate with parents/guardians and outside providers
Other duties as determined by the building Principal, Director of Student Services, or their Designee
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Students with Moderate Disabilities, grades PreK-8
Strong interpersonal skills
Collaborative working demeanor
Excellent oral and written communication skills Citizenship, residency, or work visa required The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.
NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.
North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.
