Special Education Teacher- Cares- Elementary

Starting Date: Sep 3, 2026

Full time positions supporting elementary school-age students with moderate disabilities in the areas of academics, functional life skills, communication and social skills instruction, 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, modify, and differentiate lessons based on the individual needs of students.
• Utilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives, including planning for individual, small, and/or whole group activities.
• Implement behavior plans and other intervention strategies utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Collaborate with appropriate staff and/or parents to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Conduct developmental or educational evaluations and observations; write and present reports for team consideration.
• Conduct or supervise data collection, summarize results for student records and prepare written progress reports.
• Ensure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to designated timelines.
• Develop and maintain students’ portfolio assessment based on the curriculum and individual IEP objectives.
• Utilize data from the portfolio to submit alternative testing for students required to take the MCAS.
• 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.
• 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 and ensure effective progress.
• Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult services where appropriate.

• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of curriculum modification, assistive technology, augmentative communication, and behavioral supports.
• Experience with behavior management/de-escalation strategies.
• Strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school.
• Mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits.
• Competence in behavior management skills.
• Willingness to try various approaches depending on student needs.
• Effective collaboration and communication with other special education staff and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Use data and reflection to plan supports and interventions.
• Ability to seek resources and solutions to solve problems effectively.

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

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8 or 5-12), SEI Endorsement.
• Preferred:
  At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Full-time

$62,804 to $77,414 Per Year

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 and treat everyone with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap.