Special Education Teacher

The Wachusett Regional School District encourages all candidates who are committed to enriching the lives of our student population to apply.

Our Core Values are: Collaboration, Empathy, Inclusivity, Integrity, Perseverance, and Responsibility.

Our Mission: To ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community in which we:
Foster a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment. Provide all students with equitable opportunities for deep and meaningful learning through multiple pathways. Empower all students to develop and apply their unique strengths, passions, and curiosities. Partner with our community to meet our goals while optimizing the effective and efficient use of our resources.

Position:
Special Education Teacher

Location:
Dawson Elementary School

Pay: WREA Salary Schedule - pending ratification of 2026/2027 WREA contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education or related field, Master's preferred. Subject matter expertise.
• Certification: Must hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License for the applicable grade level and subject area. SEI endorsement required.
• Experience: Previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Skills: Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues. Ability to design and implement standards-based lesson plans. Ability to tailor teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including ELLs, students with disabilities, and advanced learners. Ability to understand and support the social, emotional, and academic challenges of students.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individualized Education Plans: Develop and implement IEPs based on student needs, in compliance with Massachusetts DESE regulations. Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and team meetings as necessary.
• Instruction: Plan, organize, and deliver effective lessons in alignment with Massachusetts state standards and school curriculum. Adapt lessons to meet individual student needs and learning styles. Use research-based instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of all learners while implementing all aspects of individual IEPs.
• Student Support: Actively participate in the implementation of the MTSS framework, which includes monitoring student progress, identifying academic or behavioral challenges, and providing appropriate interventions. Teachers are encouraged to be available beyond the regular workday to assist students with extra help and support as needed.
• Assessment: Regularly monitor student performance through formative and summative assessments, assignments, student observations, and other tools. Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress reports, evaluations, and data collection. Provide timely feedback to students and parents.
• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that fosters student engagement and promotes academic and behavioral success.
• Collaboration: Work with colleagues, administrators, and support staff in Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction using High Quality Instructional Materials and researched-based strategies. Participate in school-based committees, professional development, and faculty meetings. When necessary, collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and co-teaching models.
• Parent and Community Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and any concerns. Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
• Professional Learning: Actively pursue professional development to implement innovative instructional practices, integrate emerging technologies, and align with evolving Massachusetts state education policies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in a classroom setting and adapt to a dynamic school environment.
• Occasional lifting of instructional materials, setting up classroom activities, and moving throughout the school building.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Successful completion of background checks as required by Massachusetts state law and School Committee policies.

The Wachusett Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.