Special Education Teacher - Grade 5

2026-27 Special Education Teacher – Grade 5

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell – Lowell, Massachusetts

Job : 5663312

Final date to receive applications: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description: Collegiate Charter School of Lowell is seeking an additional certified Special Education Teacher to co‑teach within the Grade 5 classes.

What You Will Do:

• Prioritize Student Growth: foster academic excellence while supporting students’ social and emotional well‑being.
• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion: celebrate diversity and create an inclusive classroom where every student feels respected, valued, and empowered.
• Innovate and Inspire: use engaging, student‑centered teaching strategies to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
• Collaborate and Lead: actively collaborate with colleagues, students, and families, and take on leadership roles within the school community.
• Commit to Continuous Growth: reflect on practice, seek feedback, and pursue professional development.

Duties and

Responsibilities include:

• Assist special‑education students with specifically designed instruction to provide equal educational opportunities.
• Participate in the pre‑referral process of special education.
• Prepare individualized education plans.
• Collaborate with school‑based related service providers.
• Collaborate with the team on curriculum and student needs.
• Assess educational needs using standardized tools, running records, and other informal assessments.
• Maintain complete records of reevaluation periods, required student documentation, and parent communication.
• Integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide differentiated instruction as needed.
• Implement school, district, and department policies.
• Create and manage effective communication with parents of special‑education students.
• Communicate with parents professionally and continuously regarding student progress.
• Implement school and department policies.
• Additional duties may be assigned without additional compensation or stipend.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in special education required.
• Commitment to ensuring academic success for all students.
• Experience working in an urban setting (preferred).
• Experience working with diverse student populations (preferred).
• Experience addressing the social, emotional, and academic needs of children.
• Knowledge of special‑education law related to the IEP process and FAPE.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply student performance data to instructional planning and execution.

Required license(s)/MTELs: ESE License:
Students with and without disabilities, K‑8 or 5‑12 and SEI endorsement; or passing the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) including Communication and Literacy Skills and relevant subject matter knowledge tests.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,000 to $82,000 per year (commensurate with education, licensure, and experience)

Contact Information:

• Heather Rossbach, HR Director
• 1857 Middlesex Street, Lowell, Massachusetts 01851
• Phone: (978) 458‑1399
• Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).