East Middle School is seeking dedicated and qualified candidates to join our team as a Special Education Teacher in the Pathways Program. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth of middle school students whose primary needs are related to social-emotional learning and self-regulation.
Program Description
Teachers in the Pathways Program provide instruction designed to support students with social-emotional and behavioral needs. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong special education practice, skill in behavior and SEL-based interventions, and a commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement individualized instruction aligned with students’ IEP goals, grade-level standards, and social-emotional learning objectives
Provide targeted instruction in self-regulation, coping strategies, social skills, executive functioning, and behavioral skill development
Implement proactive behavior supports and restorative practices to promote positive student outcomes
Collaborate with content teachers, administrators, school psychologists, and other support staff
Supervise and support assigned paraprofessionals to ensure consistent and effective program implementation
Maintain compliance with all special education requirements, including IEP implementation, progress monitoring, and documentation
Communicate effectively with families, general education staff, and administrators regarding student progress
Foster a positive, structured, and predictable classroom environment that promotes emotional safety, accountability, and growth
Qualifications
Massachusetts teaching license in Moderate or Severe Disabilities
Experience working with students with social-emotional and behavioral needs
Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and apply SEL-informed and trauma-responsive practices
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners
Salary: Salary scale can be found in the BEA Collective Bargaining Agreement's recent MOA: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YaoFdRvNjcM4RHv_WvNHRQzHsPOFrhUh/view