Special Education Teacher (Learning Skills), Sarah Parker Remond Elementary School, Salem Publi[...]

Special Education Teacher (Learning Skills) Sarah Parker Remond Elementary School, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2026-2027] Job Details Job ID: 5570602 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Mar 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026 Job Description Special Education Teacher (Learning Skills) About Salem Public Schools , where belonging leads to opportunity. Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 10 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity, and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan and core priorities on our website at What You’ll Do Elementary school teachers are responsible for preparing all students for personal and academic success. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a high‑quality program for all students. The elementary teacher will effectively manage a partnership with families, including regular communication informing families of students’ success toward mastering content and personal learning habits. The elementary teachers will participate in ongoing professional learning to deepen knowledge of rigorous, engaging curriculum and pedagogy in both academic content and social‑emotional learning. Role Responsibilities Analyze data to inform instruction and improve student performance Work collaboratively in environments including co‑teaching and intensive skills development Collaborate with school personnel, parents and community agencies to improve student outcomes, develop solutions, plan curriculum, collect data and create Individual Education Programs (IEP) for students Certification in Wilson, Orton Gillingham, LiPS, or other phonics‑based reading program Experience implementing reading comprehension programs Use innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technology, to increase student learning and confidence Prepare students for success on state testing Modify/adapt materials and instructional lessons to meet the specific needs of students Provide classroom staff with resources, tools, and modeling of techniques Present evidence of student progress toward goals and objectives through regular progress reports & team meetings Offer activities and instruction that will allow students of all levels to successfully engage in instruction using the Common Core standards as a framework What You’ll Bring Hold a deep commitment to students and families and value diversity – The SPS community is vibrant, diverse in background, ethnicity, language, and perspective. You embrace and affirm the backgrounds of all members and view our diversity as a powerful resource. Hold high expectations for yourself, students, and colleagues – You see potential in all, especially our SPS students, and maintain high expectations for achievement, while providing the support necessary to meet that bar. Build authentic, caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families – You build strong relationships across students, families, and colleagues that are collaborative in nature and contribute to the individual and collective success of SPS. Embrace feedback – You are a reflective practitioner who learns from mistakes and challenges and uses them as opportunities for professional development. You model persistence and growth mindset and thrive in a culture of feedback. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree Required; Master’s Degree preferred Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Special Education (Moderate Disabilities Pre‑K–8) and Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (Required within 1 year of start date) Maintain professional competence through in‑service education activities provided by the District, and/or self‑selected professional growth activities Minimum of 2 years teaching experience and working in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred Proven track record of raising student achievement scores in an urban/turnaround environment highly desired At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication suites (Remind preferred), Google G‑Suite Apps, etc.) desirable Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice Dual certification is a plus Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply Current authorization to work in the United States Citizenship, residency or work visa required Equal Opportunity Employer Salem Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $59,719.90 to $116,414 Per Year Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education Contact Information HR Manager Collins Middle School 29 Highland Avenue Salem, Massachusetts 01970 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education