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Special Education Teacher - Practical Application of Curriculum/Skills (PACS)
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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
- Practical Application of Curriculum/Skills (PACS) Norwood Public Schools DR. Philip O. Coakley Middle School
- Norwood, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:
5834328Application Deadline:
Jul 29, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)Posted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
Aug 26, 2026 Job Description Special Education Teacher- Practical Application of Curriculum/Skills (PACS) Assist administrators, teachers and staff in developing individualized educational programs (IEP) and provide direct instruction to students with disabilities.
- Select teaching strategies for implementing IEP goals and objectives for assigned students.
- Monitor and adjust teaching strategies to the students' changing needs.
- Coordinate specialized instruction with regular education curriculum as appropriate.
- Establish classroom management programs for students.
- Train and supervise paraprofessionals as required.
- Develop Life Skills and Functional Academics Program that are embedded in the curriculum throughout the school day.
- Act as the conduit between service providers for seamless and inclusionary delivery of services.
- Prepare and apply current special education practices and theories inclusive of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Establish, monitor and adjust behavior management plans for individual students needs.
- Work cooperatively with staff to implement, train and monitor specialized behavior plans with appropriate students.
- Develop curriculum and programs to reflect current abilities of students' specialized needs.
- Access available resources, personnel, literature, research and professional development for personal growth.
- Complete all required reports and IEPs in an accurate and timely manner.
- Work effectively with multidisciplinary team and other professionals regarding needs of students for assuring appropriate learning experiences.
- Communicate appropriately and effectively with parents, staff and students.
- Inform Building Principal/staff on progress of assigned students.
- Maintain data systems to accurately record student information. Conduct appropriate assessments to determine program eligibility and services.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.