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Westfield Public Schools

RISE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - ELEMENTARY

Pay: $50,000–$98,000/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Westfield, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

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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

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RISE SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - ELEMENTARY

Westfield Public Schools - 3.1 Westfield, MA Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $98,000 a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Westfield Public Schools is seeking additional qualified applicants for one (1) RISE Special Education Teacher position at Westfield River Elementary School.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of authorized administrators shall: Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Prepare individualized education plans. Collaborate with school based related service providers. Collaborate with team on curriculum and student needs. Assess educational needs of students by use of standardized tools, running records and other informal assessments. Maintain complete records of re-evaluation periods, required student documentation and parent communication. Integrate technology into instruction. Provide differentiated instruction to students as needed. Implement school, district and department policies. Create and manage effective communication with parents of special education students. Create and follow goals and objectives for IEPs, write quarterly progress reports and follow behavior plans with integrity. Follow the Westfield Public Schools code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner. Plans and supervises assignments for classroom paraprofessionals. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of schools and/or their designee.

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Special Education Program Supervisor The salary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract. Step placement will be based on the information as submitted in the application. Performance on this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation. This position subject to funding.