FTE Jr.​/Sr. High School (Grades 7 - 12) Moderate Special Needs Teacher

FTE Jr./Sr. High School (Grades 7 - 12) Moderate Special Needs Teacher

Millbury Public Schools Millbury Memorial Jr/Sr High School - Millbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5848878

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

MILLBURY PUBLIC SCHOOL
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

VACANCY NOTICE:
July 23, 2026 CLOSING:
Until filled

OPENING FOR 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR

1.0 FTE Jr./Sr. High School (Grades 7 - 12) Moderate Special Needs Teacher

Description:

We believe that special education teachers play a vital role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment by providing individualized instruction and advocacy for students with diverse learning needs. Responsibilities include co‑teaching in general education classrooms, delivering targeted small‑group instruction, and designing curriculum with appropriate modifications and scaffolds to ensure accessibility for all learners. The teacher will serve as a liaison between students, staff, and families, maintaining clear communication and collaboration to support students on their individual caseloads.

Additionally, the teacher will empower students to develop self‑advocacy skills, set meaningful academic and personal goals, and take an active role in their success plan throughout their secondary schooling career.

• Possession of an MA DESE license in the areas of Teacher of Moderate Special Needs (5-12)
• SEI Endorsement
• A strong background in secondary‑level Math and Science Content Areas
• A strong background in curriculum development, modification, and scaffold development
• Experience in planning, directing, and assisting group and individual instructional activities that are engaging and multi‑sensory
• Experience in a co‑taught classroom setting is preferred
• Strong Core Content skills with the ability to accommodate diverse learning styles
• Strong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational process

• Co‑Teaching &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with general education teachers to provide differentiated instruction and accommodations within inclusive classrooms.
• Targeted Instruction:
  Deliver specialized small‑group instruction tailored to students’ individual learning needs.
• Curriculum Design:
  Modify and scaffold curriculum materials to ensure all students can access rigorous academic content.
• Case Management & Communication:
  Serve as a liaison between students, staff, and families, maintaining clear and consistent communication to support student success.
• Student Empowerment:
  Guide students in developing self‑advocacy skills, setting academic and personal goals, and taking an active role in their educational journey.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  Ensure adherence to IEP goals, track student progress, and contribute to IEP meetings and evaluations.
• Function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide core Academic Support instruction to special education students in grades 7-12
• Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals and objectives and corresponding lessons
• Participate in related school meetings, which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activities
• Collaborate with the Special Education Department Head/Team Chair to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) addressing students’ needs and function as a liaison/ case manager for designated students.
• Perform other professional duties which the Building Principal, Director of Special Education, and/or Superintendent of School may require

Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education

SALARY: In accordance with the teachers’ contract

WORK YEAR: School Year as approved by the Millbury School Committee and Millbury Teachers’ Association

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education >
Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Christopher Lowe , Principal
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