Reading Teacher

Job Summary

ACCEPT Education Collaborative – Natick, Massachusetts – Full‑time Reading Instruction Teacher. Position is open in a regional non‑profit educational organization that serves students from Pre‑K to age 22 with a range of special education needs.

Natick, Massachusetts (Campus: 4 Tech Circle, Natick, MA 01760)

Provide direct reading instruction for students within all ACCEPT Programs.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)
• DESE License in current standing
• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching children with language‑based learning disabilities and/or young adults with special needs, preferably in a school environment
• Experience providing direct instruction, consulting staff, and developing curriculum
• Comprehensive understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to Special Education
• Flexibility, collaboration, and a “growth mindset”
• Ability to multi‑task and perform a range of instructional and administrative duties
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Certified in a sequential phonics‑based program (e.g., Wilson, Orton‑Gillingham)

• Design and implement high‑quality instruction to students with reading needs, including mild‑moderate reading disabilities
• Administer and interpret both standardized and informal reading assessments to determine reading needs
• Provide explicit instruction using evidence‑based reading intervention practices to students with identified reading needs
• Utilize assessment data to monitor student progress, including development of Individualized Education Program goals
• Attend and participate in IEP Team Meetings (annual, initial, 3‑year re‑evaluation, interim) as needed
• Collaborate with special education colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure cohesive IEP implementation and service delivery
• Facilitate an inclusive model of special education within the ACCEPT community (provide resources, model best practices, disseminate strategies, etc.)
• Utilize instructional and assistive technology for students, as needed
• Participate in professional development that is specific to the mission of ACCEPT and responsive to the needs of our student population
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and colleagues
• Adhere strictly to timelines for the completion and submission of all required paperwork
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times (attendance, punctuality, dress, written and oral communication, etc.)

• Ability to work with children and young adults with special needs
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Commitment to company values and mission
• Strong team player

Work is performed in a school environment with an acceptable level of noise. Required movements include walking, standing, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. The role may involve physical restraint of a student during behavioral escalation and routine use of standard office equipment.

Full‑time. Salary range: $55,600 to $113,500 per year.

ACCEPT Education Collaborative is an EEO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Jacqueline Le Sage
4 Tech Circle
Natick, Massachusetts 01760
Phone: 508‑653‑6776
Email: jlesage