School Year 26​/Special Education Teacher SGL- PreK

School Year 26/27 Special Education Teacher SGL‑PreK

Job : 5716777

Final date to receive applications: May 29, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Lynn is a vibrant seaside urban community just north of Boston. The district serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 schools, including an Early Childhood Center, 17 Elementary Schools, 1 Public Separate Day School, 3 Middle Schools, 2 Comprehensive High Schools, 1 Vocational High School, 1 Early College High School, 1 STEAM Academy, 1 Alternative Education Academy, and 1 Multi‑Disabled Students Academy.

Lynn Public Schools is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and meets the individual needs of every student.

Special Education Teacher SGL‑PreK (Full Day) – Small Group Learning PreK

• Bachelor's Degree required;
  Master's Degree preferred
• Valid Massachusetts license in Moderate Disabilities, PreK‑2, PreK‑8 and Severe Disabilities, All Levels
• SEI Endorsement
• Additional content area licensure encouraged
• Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias, and its impact on underserved communities
• Knowledge of current education legislation and regulations
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in an urban school environment preferred
• Ability to meet Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice
• Experience working with emotionally impaired or intellectually impaired students desirable; willingness to attend related professional development
• U.S. citizenship, residency, or valid work visa required

• Plan and assess curriculum and instruction effectively.
• Meet and instruct assigned students at scheduled locations and times.
• Design a program of study that meets individual student needs, interests, and abilities.
• Provide culturally responsive instruction and clear learning goals.
• Deliver small‑group instruction to students with moderate to severe cognitive delays.
• Write and implement IEP goals and objectives; provide timely progress reports.
• Provide accommodations for learning and testing as required.
• Collaborate with school staff to address student needs for modifications.
• Use innovative instructional strategies and technology to enhance learning.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for students of all ages and interests.
• Promote high standards and expectations for achievement and behavior.
• Guide learning toward curriculum standards and establish clear objectives.
• Implement district mission, philosophy, and instructional standards.
• Assess and document student accomplishments regularly.
• Maintain accurate, complete records in compliance with law and policy.
• Support administration in implementing policies governing student life and conduct.
• Be available for student and parent support outside instructional hours when required.
• Continuously improve professional competence related to the assignment.
• Attend staff meetings as required.
• Build cooperative relationships with colleagues and the community.
• Communicate progress and behavior to students, parents, and staff.
• Promote equity and diversity, implementing strategies for students with special needs, 504 plans, and second‑language learners.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
• Engage families and community members to support equitable education.
• Use curricula that reflect diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Support students with disabilities in general education settings.
• Differentiate learning for second‑language learners.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• As negotiated with the Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union.
• 180 days per year.
• Salary is determined by the district salary tables.

Health and dental coverage (Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental), life insurance, and voluntary benefits including a Flexible Spending Plan, short‑term and long‑term disability.

Lynn Public Schools is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, race, color, national origin, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Jessica Ekhomu, Principal – Hood Elementary School
• Email: ekhomuj