26-27 Special Education Teacher - Network Program (Public Day Program)

Attleboro Public Schools are committed to recruiting and retaining an effective, diverse, and culturally competent staff. We strive to create an inclusive work environment that fosters respect and dignity for all.

Special Education Teacher: Network Program

Public Day program located at Attleboro Hiigh School (grades 8-12) 

Start date: 8/25/2026 (Orientation days prior)

The Network Program is a grade 8-12 Public Day Program. The program is designed for students with academic/social/emotional/behavioral challenges which have hindered their success in a public school setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:          

Master’s Degree preferred

Massachusetts Licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (5-12) 

Massachusetts Licensure in Mathematics (5-12) preferred

Exceptions to the above qualifications shall be made as the Superintendent deems appropriate and acceptable

JOB GOAL/PURPOSE:     

To  promote and develop successful learning for students within the program, manage an assigned caseload, maintain regular communication with students, their parents, and appropriate staff members and develop, revise,  and implement IEPs as required by law and regulation. The Teacher in the Spark Program effectively supports the education of students who exhibit social communicaton, academic, and/or social emotional needs that impact their school experiences.

REPORTS TO:                    

Director of Network and/or Director of Special Education

Essential Responsibilities

o Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

o Utilizes ABA principles within whole class, small group, and 1:1 instruction.

o Collaborates with general education and related service staff to ensure implementation of students' IEPs and meeting student needs.

o Promotes a positive classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.

o Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction

o Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

o Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

o Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

o Coordinates with other middle and/or high professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

o Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.

o Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

EXPERIENCE: 

Safety care or CPI trained preferred

1-2 years as a special educator

Training or work experience in crisis management, school refusal

ELL and SEL training preferred ie culturally responsive teaching

FY26  Salary range:  $64,004 - $108,744

FY 27 to be determined

Applications will be considered when submitted via our online application system with POWERSCHOOL UNIFIED TALENT.  Qualified candidates should apply online at www.attleboroschools.com.  Follow the Link to Central Office Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, and the job link to TalentEd Hire Pro to apply for this job. 

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E.O.E.

The Attleboro Public Schools does not, in any education program or activity that it operates, discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race*, color, sex,  sexual orientation,  gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic-information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, immigration status, or any category protected by state or federal law. The Attleboro Public School District prohibits sex discrimination Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District’s Civil Rights and/or Title IX Coordinators.  The notice of nondiscrimination is located at  https://www.attleboroschools.com.

*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.