Special Education Teacher Middle School - Academic and Social Success; PASS

Special Education Teacher Middle School
-Positive Academic and Social Success (PASS)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Full time positions supporting Middle School age students with mild/moderate disabilities (primarily Emotional) in the areas of social skills, academics, life skills, and vocation in a Substantially Separate setting.

• Develop and implement academic lessons following the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and differentiate/modify those lessons according to students' Individualized Education Plans.
• Create and implement modified and differentiated lessons.
• Utilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives, including planning for individual, small, and/or whole group activities.
• Implement intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with appropriate staff and/or parents to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Collaborate and communicate with program-based guidance counselors.
• Collaborate and communicate with other professionals, including building administrators, related service providers, the Special Education Director, and consultants, to develop approaches that benefit each student to ensure that they make effective progress.
• Conduct developmental or educational evaluations and observations; write and present reports for team consideration.
• Ensure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to their designated timeline.
• Assign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students.
• Communicate student progress to parents/guardians and serve as a liaison between parents and the school.
• Assist students transitioning to adult services where appropriate.

• Building principal and special education team administrator
• Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator

• DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities 5-12
• SEI Endorsement

• Knowledge of Emotional Disability criteria
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of curriculum modification and assistive technology
• Possesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school
• Demonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits
• Willingness to try various approaches, depending on student needs
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems

Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team.

Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap, in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

The posted range reflects educators with beginner to mid-level experience, and is aligned with the Unit A Contract. For the complete salary schedule, please refer to the Quincy Public Schools website, Careers page.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education >
Mild/Moderate Disabilities