Hingham District-Wide Language-Based Special Education Teacher

The Language-Based Special Education Teacher provides support to the District with student evaluations, report writing and the delivery of individualized, multisensory reading instruction to students with learning differences, particularly those with dyslexia and related language-based disabilities. This role focuses on student evaluations, delivering structured literacy interventions using the Orton–Gillingham or Wilson Rules Based Reading approach to support students in achieving literacy and academic success.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver explicit, systematic, and multisensory reading instruction using the Orton–Gillingham or the Wilson methodology
Evaluate students across the grade levels suspected of a disability and IEP students who are in the process of initial or three-year evaluation cycle
Write evaluation reports, suggest goals, learning objectives for students’ found eligible for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Conduct ongoing screenings and other educational assessments to monitor student progress in reading, writing, and phonological skills
Develop progress monitoring data protocols for special education students
Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs
Collaborate with general and other special education teachers, specialists, and families to support student success
Maintain accurate documentation of student progress and compliance with state and federal regulations
Provide small group and one-on-one instruction tailored to student’s individual learning needs
Use data-driven decision-making to adjust instructional approaches
Support students’ social-emotional growth and build confidence in learning
Participate in professional development related to structured literacy and special education