Special Education Moderate​/Severe Teacher ~ Elementary

Special Education Moderate/Severe Teacher ~ Elementary

Mary K. Goode Elementary School, Middleborough, Massachusetts

Job : 5789399

Final date to receive applications: Jul 02, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

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

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

• Implement and adapt direct and explicit academic instruction across content areas using multi-sensory teaching and differentiated strategies, including modified content, methodology, and performance criteria as needed, as well as assistive/educational technology in a self-contained setting and in general education.
• Apply behavioral therapeutic techniques, including Applied Behavior Analysis, with a diverse student population.
• Collaborate with grade level classroom teachers, special education teachers, and specialists to provide comprehensive services to assigned students.
• Promote and assist in the implementation of research-based strategies to transition and generalize students’ academic and social goals across educational settings.
• Assess student progress toward objectives, expectations, and goals (behavioral, motor development, communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities) and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Serve as contact person for the caseload, completing paperwork, managing the Team process, and maintaining communication among teachers, specialists, families, and outside providers.
• Utilize classroom management strategies and a positive behavior intervention system to create a motivating instructional environment.
• Use a multidisciplinary approach to collect data for progress monitoring and drive instruction and lesson planning.
• Provide instruction using real-world, functional applications that support independent living and vocational skill development.
• Supervise designated paraprofessionals and coordinate schedules to comply with IEP requirements.
• Consult with staff and administration on instructional and student issues as an active team member.
• Have familiarity with the MCAS Alternate Assessment.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required.

Full-time

$56,641 to $107,414 Per Year

The Middleborough Public School System does not discriminate in its educational activities or employment practices on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, homelessness, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• MA Licensure as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8) or as Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities (All Levels).
• SEI endorsement.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and integration into local curricula and instruction for reading, written language, mathematics, and functional skills.
• Knowledge and training in structured reading methodology preferred.
• Educational background or experience with differentiated instruction in inclusive and self-contained settings, including proven skills in classroom management and instructional strategies.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications may be considered appropriate by the Superintendent.