Therapeutic HS History​/Social Science Special Educator

Job Description

NFI Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher - High School History/Social Science to provide academic instruction and individualized educational services to students within a Department of Mental Health funded Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP) in Westborough, MA. This position supports students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs within a structured therapeutic environment while ensuring compliance with DESE and IDEA regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of the Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks and demonstrate the ability to provide differentiated instruction within a therapeutic and highly supportive educational setting.

Essential Responsibilities

Provide individualized and small group History/Social Science instruction aligned with Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks
Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals, accommodations, and modifications
Modify curriculum and instructional strategies to support diverse learning profiles
Utilize trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based instructional practices
Integrate social-emotional learning and executive functioning supports into instruction
Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment
Support students during periods of emotional and behavioral dysregulation using therapeutic and crisis-management strategies
Participate in crisis prevention and intervention training and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student stabilization
Participate in IEP meetings, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary team meetings
Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and required DESE documentation
Collaborate with families, school districts, clinical providers, and residential staff to support student success

Position Details

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000
Full-time, based on a 190-day school-year position with optional ESY opportunities
Small class sizes with multidisciplinary team support
Specialized school setting within a secure DMH IRTP program
Reports directly to the Special Education Coordinator

Job Requirements

Massachusetts DESE Special Education Teacher License - Moderate Disabilities (5-12) required
Massachusetts DESE Licensure in High School History/Social Science required
Strong knowledge of Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Frameworks
Experience working with students with emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges preferred
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
Commitment to trauma-informed and therapeutic educational practices