Special Education Teacher, High School

Special Education Teacher, High School

Gardner Public Schools;
Gardner High School – Gardner, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5813768

Final date to receive applications: Jul 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification as a Moderate Special Needs Teacher
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Preferred
• Will consider a candidate eligible for a DESE waiver

REPORTS TO: Principal and Special Education Administrator

JOB GOAL: To work as a co-teacher and/or a small group academic support teacher to provide direct instruction to special education students per their IEPs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as liaison for each assigned IEP student.
• Provide tutorial and small group instruction for IEP specified services.
• Develop educational plans (IEPs) to meet students’ needs.
• Assist regular education teachers in the successful inclusion of IEP students in the classroom.
• Consult with teachers, guidance and other support personnel for student goals, educational modifications; make up work, untimed tests, organizational skills, and other skills stipulated on the IEP.
• Attend team meetings for students and provide services (including writing of new IEPs or amendments) as determined by team.
• Complete academic testing for students on caseload.
• Complete all paperwork (including referrals for reevaluation) within the specified time limits.
• Act as a resource for parents, teachers, and administrators.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: School Year

SALARY BENEFITS: Per Teacher Contract

EVALUATION: Principal and Special Education Administrator

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $54,595.90 to $98,183.10 Per Year

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Michael Bartkus , Principal
• Gardner High School
• Phone:
• Email: bartkusm