Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

Wakefield Public Schools

$63K — $119K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid DESE Special Education Teacher license required
  • Master's Degree preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities
  • Co-teach and collaborate with general education teachers
  • Adapt curriculum and assessments based on individual student needs
  • Develop and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Use data from assessments to guide instruction
  • Maintain accurate special education documentation
  • Participate in evaluations and IEP meetings

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Access to school-wide initiatives and resources
  • Engagement in inclusive education practices
  • Technology integration in teaching
Full Job Description
Position Title: Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

Qualifications:
  • Valid DESE Special Education Teacher license required
  • Master's Degree preferred

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both inclusion and small-group/resource settings
  • Co-teach and collaborate with general education teachers to support access to grade-level curriculum and instruction
  • Adapt and differentiate curriculum, instruction, and assessments based on individual student needs and IEP goals
  • Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including measurable goals, accommodations, modifications, and transition planning
  • Use data from formal and informal assessments to guide instruction, intervention planning, and progress monitoring
  • Maintain accurate and timely special education documentation, including progress reports and compliance requirements
  • Participate in evaluations and re-evaluations, including administering assessments and contributing to educational reports
  • Collaborate with general education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success and inclusion
  • Facilitate and/or participate in IEP meetings and team meetings as required
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, strengths, and areas of need
  • Support implementation of positive behavioral supports and intervention plans as needed
  • Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports academic growth, independence, and self-advocacy
  • Supervise and support paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom or students
  • Integrate technology and evidence-based instructional practices to enhance learning and engagement
  • Participate in building-based meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives
  • Support school-wide expectations, culture, and student belonging
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Special Education Administrator

Salary Range: $63,302-$119,318 annually depending on experience and education (commensurate with Unit A salary schedule)

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