Special Education Teacher; Elementary

Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

Wakefield Public Schools Districtwide, Wakefield, Massachusetts. Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026.

Position Title: Special Education Teacher (Elementary)

Salary Range: $63,302-$119,318 annually, depending on experience and education (commensurate with Unit A salary schedule).
Position Type: Full-Time.

• Valid DESE Special Education Teacher license required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both inclusion and small‑group/resource settings.
• Co‑teach and collaborate with general education teachers to support access to grade‑level curriculum and instruction.
• Adapt and differentiate curriculum, instruction, and assessments based on individual student needs and IEP goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), including measurable goals, accommodations, modifications, and transition planning.
• Use data from formal and informal assessments to guide instruction, intervention planning, and progress monitoring.
• Maintain accurate and timely special education documentation, including progress reports and compliance requirements.
• Participate in evaluations and re‑evaluations, including administering assessments and contributing to educational reports.
• Collaborate with general education staff, related service providers, administrators, and families to support student success and inclusion.
• Facilitate and/or participate in IEP meetings and team meetings as required.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, strengths, and areas of need.
• Support implementation of positive behavioral supports and intervention plans as needed.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports academic growth, independence, and self‑advocacy.
• Supervise and support paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom or students.
• Integrate technology and evidence‑based instructional practices to enhance learning and engagement.
• Participate in building‑based meetings, professional development, and school‑wide initiatives.
• Support school‑wide expectations, culture, and student belonging.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Building Principal and/or Special Education Administrator.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• HR Department Wakefield Public School
• 60 Farm Street
• Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880
• Phone:
• Email: HR