Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Location: Essex County, MA

Position Type: Full-Time | School-Based | 2026–2027 School Year

Hours: 7:15am – 2:15pm

Pay: $51 - $58

Onward Education is partnering with a school district in Essex County, Massachusetts to find a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to support students who benefit from targeted, specialized instruction while continuing to participate in the general education setting.

The Special Education Teacher provides small-group and/or individualized instruction to middle school students that are diagnosed with autism and/or intellectual delays. This is a great opportunity for a special education educator who enjoys providing targeted interventions, building strong student relationships, and collaborating with general education teachers to help students succeed.

• Work with students individually or in small groups based on their specific needs
• Provide targeted instruction in areas such as reading, writing, math, executive functioning, and social skills
• Reinforce and build skills that students may be struggling with in the general education classroom
• Develop and implement instruction aligned with students' IEP goals
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction and interventions as needed
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, and school staff
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development of student goals and services
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress-monitoring data
• Support students in becoming more independent and successful within the general education environment

We are looking for an educator who is:

• Licensed or certified in Special Education
• Experienced working with students with disabilities
• Comfortable providing both individual and small-group instruction
• Knowledgeable about IEPs, accommodations, and specialized instruction
• Collaborative and communicative with school teams
• Patient, compassionate, and student-centered
• Committed to helping students build academic skills and independence

At Onward Education, we connect passionate educators with school communities where their skills and experience can make a meaningful impact. We are committed to supporting our educators throughout the hiring process and beyond.