Special Education Teacher

• STARS
• Elementary
  Quincy Public Schools
  Quincy Public Schools
• Quincy, Massachusetts Job Details
  

Job ID:

5930572

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Full Time position supporting Elementary School age students with low/moderate disabilities in the areas of academics and social/emotional learning in a substantially separate setting.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and implement academic lessons following the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and differentiate/modify those lessons according to students' Individualized Education Plans

Create and implement modified and differentiated lessons

Utilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives including, planning for individual, small, and/or whole group activities

Implement behavior plans intervention strategies

Collaborate with appropriate staff and/or parents to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP)

Conduct developmental or educational evaluations and observations; write and present reports for team consideration

Ensure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to their designated timeline

Assign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students

Communicate student progress to parents/guardians and serve as a liaison between parents and the school

Collaborate and communicate with other professionals including building administrators, related service providers, Special Education Director and consultants, to develop approaches that benefit each student to assure that making effective progress

Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult services where appropriate

Preferred Skills:

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of curriculum modification and assistive technology

Possesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school

Demonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits

Willingness to try various approaches, depending on student needs

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional manner

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems

Experience with supporting students with Social Emotional Disabilities

Experience with behavior management/de-escalation strategies

Utilize data and reflection to plan for support and interventions

Ability to demonstrate competence in social-emotional learning techniques

Minimum Requirements:

DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK-8

SEI Endorsement

Reports to:

Building principal and Special Education Team Administrator

Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator

Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team.

Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap, in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$62,804 to $77,414 Per Year