2026-2027
Anticipated Vacancy
Special Education Teacher
Summer Street School
Required Qualifications:
Massachusetts licensure in Special Education Moderate or Severe Special Needs
SEI Endorsement
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience using ABA Methodology and data collection
Experience with behavior management
Job Description:
The Special Education teacher is responsible for creating individualized education plans for students to achieve academic proficiency and be able to access the inclusion environment. This teacher will serve as the liaison for special education students, maintain data, and communicate progress to families. The teacher will plan lessons, deliver instruction in both small group and inclusion settings, and assess all students’ progress throughout the year. The teacher should be knowledgeable in implementing ABA Methodology, data collection, managing behavior, and modifying curriculum.
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for serving as a member of the Special Education Team in writing educational plans and progress reports
Completion of achievement assessments within the required legal timelines
Responsible for following the student IEP and ensuring compliance with state and federal SPED regulations, including the delivery of high-quality services, and the provision of accommodations/modifications for instruction and assessment
Responsible for providing individual, small group, and inclusion-based instruction
Responsible for communicating and collaborating with regular education teachers and other personnel
Responsible for communicating and collaborating with families and additional outside team members
Responsible for understanding the state-required guidelines around standardized testing and for providing appropriate accommodations as identified on student IEPs during the administration of these assessments
Responsible for assessing student knowledge and monitoring academic progress using formal and informal means to develop measurable IEP goals and to support student learning
Responsible for modifying curriculum and accommodating student learning styles to ensure success within the classroom
Responsible for data collection and adjusting instruction accordingly
Performance of other job-related duties as assigned