Special Education Liaison - Specialized Program - Newman Elementary School SY

Special Education Liaison
- Specialized Program
- Newman Elementary School SY26-27

Needham Public Schools, Newman Elementary School, Needham, Massachusetts

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Job : 5814143

Final date to receive applications: Aug 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm Special Education Teacher to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Position Purpose

The Needham Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher to be the lead teacher in our specialized program (Intensive Learning Center) to support students with developmental and intellectual disabilities. This position begins in August 2026. Under the general supervision of the Special Education Coordinator and School Principal, the role aims to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs in academics, interpersonal skills, and activities of daily living by implementing district-approved curriculum;

documenting teaching and student progress/activities and outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students.

NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish.

• Conducts assessments, testing, and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning challenges and opportunities, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in team meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Programs (IEP) for students.
• Develops DTT/ABA programs as needed for students, develops data tracking, and builds program books.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff and related service providers to ascertain individual students' abilities and needs, including students with special needs.
• Serves as a ready resource to students and parents that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; serves as a liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping and provides student information and data in order to write progress reports.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Assists in the orientation of new instructional assistants and provides training and guidance as necessary.
• Provides direct instruction across the curriculum, including accommodations and modifications per a variety of student needs.

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

• Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as…