Special Education Teacher

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Assess children throughout the school and identify those at risk. Design and implement academic interventions using research-based methodology in reading and/or math. Communicate with school personnel and parents regarding reading and/or math level and rate of progress. Differentiated instruction based on assessment data. Document interventions and progress for each child supported. Assist teachers by providing professional development in early literacy as needed. Work with the school leadership team to guide and monitor progress of each child. Participate in team reviews concerning academic progress for students who are struggling or are in need of services. Share student data with applicable teachers and administration. Provide pre- and post-assessment data to teachers and administrators. Provide small group instruction. Create an atmosphere and environment conducive to intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of each student to ensure success; supervise students in a variety of school-related settings. Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff, and community. Develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintain appropriate records and follow required procedures and practices. Administer informal and formal assessments. Apply knowledge of educational research, trends, and best practices. Assist in designing, upholding, and enforcing school rules and building positive school culture (PBIS, etc.). Actively participate in faculty and/or department meetings. Assist in the preparation of data for local, state, and federal reports. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Licensed or eligible for licensure in Moderate/Severe Special Needs at the Elementary level by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. Experience with K-4 curriculum modifications. Experience providing instructional strategies for students with social/emotional and trauma needs. Preferred experience with meeting behavioral needs of students and PBIS standards. Previous experience teaching children with moderate special needs; reading license preferred from an accredited college or university, in a related field. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults. Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies. Valid Massachusetts Certificate and required background checks. At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Master’s degree preferred. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required. Position Type: Full-time Salary: $60,563 to $102,074 Per Year Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District's Policy of non-discrimination will extend to students, staff, the general public, and individuals with whom it does business; and will apply to race, color, national background, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, economic status, political party, age, handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness and other human differences. #J-18808-Ljbffr