Special Education Teacher, Long-Term Substitute

Special Education Teacher, Long-Term Substitute

Seekonk Public Schools Hurley Middle School - Seekonk, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5368532

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

TYPE OF POSITION:
Special Education Teacher. Long-Term Substitute (full-time)

START DATE:01/05/2026

LOCATION: Hurley Middle School, 650 Newman Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: All qualified candidates

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services

The Special Education Teacher is a highly qualified teacher who is responsible for the instruction, evaluation, coordination and regulatory compliance for special education students in a small-group program classroom for students with learning disabilities, a program for students in grades 6-8 to prepare instruction in a developmentally-appropriate curriculum and plan community experiences and learning opportunities.

To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must minimally have the following:

• Licensed, or eligible for licensure in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities or Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement and manage a meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experience for students with cognitive, social, and emotional challenges
• Ability to develop units of instruction that are aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core
• Demonstrated understanding of community-based learning and adult independent living skills
• Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record

• Master's Degree in Special Education or current matriculation in a Special Education Master's Degree Program
• Experience in elementary or secondary education classroom instruction
• Experience with the use of data to inform and guide educational/therapeutic decisions and practices
• Understanding of curriculum and transition planning as a continuing consideration and theme for all students

• Provide leadership and manage the small-group classroom team, including supervision of paraprofessional(s).
• Provide differentiated instruction in math, English, science, and social studies.
• Ability to work as a productive member of the instructional team to maximize outcomes for students in small-group learning program acquiring academic and community living skills. Developing long-term and weekly plans that include instructional, pre-vocational, and recreational experiences for all students to achieve their individual goals.
• Conduct standardized educational evaluations (WIAT-4) and write reports based on the results as well as targeted vocational and on-going transition assessments.
• Write reports, run IEP meetings, develop IEPs, maintain data collection employing research-based best practice strategies to demonstrate student progress and adjust student goals. Attend IEP meetings for prospective students.
• Work with expert consultants to develop effective support systems for students.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, and community partners.
• Participation in a mentor program and required trainings that are provided by the district.
• Ability to recognize the need for and to provide assistance to students in an appropriately active classroom and community setting.
• Assisting students with hygiene and self-care needs.
• Other student-related assigned responsibilities as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned, according to the SEA contract.

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