Transitions Teacher

Job Details

Job : 5789686

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,253 to $113,226 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education >
General Special Education;
Special Education >
Life Skills

Title: Transitions Teacher

School: Methuen High School

Position Summary: Provide direct instruction to students with Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in grades 9‑12 to support high expectations for achievement, equal access, and to close the achievement gap among subgroups.

Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7,000 students across five schools. We celebrate diversity, set high expectations, and foster academic, social‑emotional, and civic success. Students develop technological, cultural, and social knowledge to succeed in college and careers and inspire the community through citizenship, leadership, and lifelong learning.

Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Moderate Disabilities 5‑12 with SEI Endorsement is required. Additional content area license is encouraged.

At least a Bachelor’s Degree in the major area of study;
Master’s degree preferred.

Bilingual preferred – community languages include English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

• Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form;
• Use evidence‑based research practices and data to guide student achievement effectively;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and community;
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously;
• Perform duties with awareness of district, state, federal laws, and school policies;
• Provide equitable and inclusive support to students of diverse backgrounds;
• Maintain confidential records appropriately;
• Respond professionally to unpredictable situations such as environmental changes, behavior or aggression, seizure activity, etc.;
• Operate and acquire skills with computers and instructional technology and facilitate student use of technology;
• Exhibit collaborative, teaching, coaching, and leadership skills to support student programming and teamwork;
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills for a high‑demand position;
• Possess knowledge of specialized content areas and related laws and procedures;
• Plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and student needs.

• Plan a program of study that meets individual student needs, interests, and abilities;
• Create a safe and conducive learning environment appropriate for student maturity and interests;
• Guide the learning process toward curriculum goals, setting clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects;
• Employ best instructional methods (e.g., Universal Design for Learning) and materials to meet objectives;
• Work with students identified by the evaluation team as having special needs;
• Develop and implement individualized educational plans for students approved for special needs services in coordination with the evaluation team;
• Provide diagnostic testing for referred students;
• Submit written forms, time logs, data, and reports required by the State Education Agency (SEA);
• Participate in all special‑education staff meetings, in‑service training, and school programs;
• Communicate regularly with colleagues, students, and parents;
• Adhere to policies governing student conduct and develop classroom behavior rules;
• Maintain classroom order;
• Plan and supervise assignments for teacher aides or volunteers;
• Attend staff meetings and serve on school committees;
• Participate in staff development programs.

Building Principal and/or Special Education Administrator. Performance evaluated per Methuen Education Association (Unit

A) Contract.

Covered under Methuen Education Association (Unit

A) Contract. District reserves the right to transfer personnel among buildings as needed, provided no conflict with the contract.

Methuen Education Association Contract.

Only online applications will be accepted.

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Gina Bozek, Director of Student Services
• 10 Ditson Place
• Methuen, Massachusetts 01844
• Phone: (978) 722‑6014
• Email: gabozek.ma.us