Special Education Teacher TLC; K-3

Job Description

Marblehead Public Schools seeks a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Special Education Teacher to lead a Therapeutic Learning Classroom serving students in grades K–3. This specialized program is designed to support students with social, emotional, behavioral, and learning needs through a highly structured, relationship-centered environment that fosters academic growth, emotional regulation, and increased access to inclusive educational experiences.

• Provide individualized and small‑group specialized instruction aligned with students’ IEPs and the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Design and implement engaging, differentiated lessons that support both academic achievement and social‑emotional development.
• Create a structured, predictable, and supportive learning environment that promotes self‑regulation, resilience, and student independence.
• Utilize evidence‑based instructional and behavioral practices to support diverse learning needs.
• Implement Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSPs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and other individualized supports.
• Utilize trauma‑informed, restorative, and therapeutic approaches to support student success.
• Employ proactive de‑escalation strategies and crisis intervention techniques when needed.
• Foster students’ social‑emotional competencies, including self‑awareness, self‑management, relationship skills, responsible decision‑making, and social awareness.
• Collect and analyze behavioral and social‑emotional data to inform instruction and intervention planning.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); maintain accurate documentation of student progress, academic performance, and behavioral growth.
• Prepare reports and participate in team meetings, evaluations, and annual reviews.
• Collaborate closely with general education teachers, related service providers, school counselors, behavior specialists, administrators, and families to provide comprehensive student support.
• Supervise and support educational support professionals in implementing instructional and behavioral interventions.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families to build strong home‑school partnerships.
• Contribute positively to a collaborative school culture grounded in inclusion, belonging, and high expectations for all students.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school‑wide initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all district, state, and federal regulations, including FERPA.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or Director of Student Services.

• Massachusetts DESE licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8 or appropriate grade span).
• SEI Endorsement required.
• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with students with social‑emotional, behavioral, and learning needs preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence‑based behavioral interventions, social‑emotional learning practices, and inclusive educational programming.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
• Training in crisis prevention/intervention (CPI, Safety‑Care, QBS) preferred or willingness to obtain training.

Marblehead Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type: Full‑time
Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026