Long Term Substitute Teacher, Grade 5 Special Education

Long Term Substitute Teacher, Grade 5 Special Education (3113)

Job : 5638560

Final date to receive applications: Jun 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

We invite you to explore a career with Natick Public Schools.

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for day‑to‑day management of the classroom and provision of instruction, including the development and implementation of Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals, assessment, and curriculum design. The teacher is also responsible for the supervision of classroom staff and ongoing parent contact. The teacher is expected to collaborate with general‑education and special‑education teachers to ensure student needs are met.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred)

Professional Certification:

• MA DESE licensure in Special Education
• MA DESE SEI Endorsement
• Additional certification in general education and/or ESL highly desirable

Specialized Knowledge:

• Ability to identify formal and informal assessments that measure student skill level and conceptual understanding of academic, social‑emotional, and behavioral benchmarks
• Ability to evaluate/analyze formal and informal data to provide recommendations based on data
• Understanding of child/adolescent development
• Knowledge of best instructional practices for students with special abilities
• Thorough understanding of the development and implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Knowledge of district, state, and federal policies and regulations regarding students with disabilities
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in student engagement and opportunity

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working in a diverse public school setting
• Experience working with students with disabilities/special abilities
• Experience providing instruction and support for academic, social‑emotional, and/or behavioral needs
• Experience working with English language learners
• Experience with Google Suite and Power School (training provided)

Skills:

• Demonstrated aptitude for work responsibilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and collaboration
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Organizational skills and meeting deadlines

• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum/programming aligned with IEP goals
• Use curriculum‑based and school‑wide progress monitoring tools to assess student progress
• Implement behavior and incentive plans, maintaining data to support student behavior and social‑emotional needs
• Guide classroom support staff in implementing student‑goal activities and data collection
• Provide direct individual and/or group instruction through inclusion or resource models
• Collaborate with professional and support staff to provide interdisciplinary programming
• Conduct educational evaluations, developmental assessments, and progress monitoring for reporting and re‑evaluation
• Prepare MCAS alternate assessments as assigned
• Initiate and support the use of assistive technology for curriculum access and communication
• Support student transitions within classroom and building using positive behavior supports and interventions
• Organize daily schedule to meet caseload requirements
• Consult with staff in other disciplines to enhance programming
• Facilitate ongoing parent communication and encourage family involvement
• Develop appropriate IEPs in collaboration with team members, ensuring compliance with district and state regulations
• Participate in ongoing professional development in the Special Education Department and at the school(s)
• Work with district and school leadership to address systemic barriers and promote equitable access
• Identify and address bias impacting student rigor and opportunity
• Collaborate with administration to update policies and equitable access procedures as needed

• Move about classrooms, school grounds, and offices, sometimes quickly across uneven surfaces
• Remain stationary for periods of time
• Operate computers and other school productivity equipment
• Read from monitors and printed materials,…