Special Education Teacher, Solstice School

Job Description

Sign on bonus up to $3000 (pro-rated for part time)

Schedule

Full Time, 40 Hours

About the Role

Sign on bonus up to $3000 (pro-rated for part time)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education instruction in accordance with students’ IEPs.
• Develop and implement standards-based lessons aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Use evidence-based instructional strategies to support students’ academic, behavioral, social, and communication needs.
• Differentiate instruction and modify curriculum to ensure accessibility for diverse learners.
• Use progress-monitoring tools, assessments, and data to inform instruction and adjust interventions.
• Participate in evaluations, reevaluations, and eligibility determinations.
• Write high-quality IEPs, including present levels of performance, measurable goals, accommodations, modifications, and service delivery.
• Maintain compliance with all timelines and procedural requirements under IDEA and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations (603 CMR 28.00).
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and progress reports.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers to support inclusion and co-teaching models.
• Consult with related service providers (e.g., SLP, OT, PT, BCBA, school psychologist) to coordinate student support.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, services, and concerns.
• Participate in team meetings, IEP meetings, and professional learning communities.
• Create student empowerment plans and positive behavioral supports.
• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support students in developing social-emotional and self-advocacy skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and legal standards in special education.
• Participate in required DESE professional development, including training in restraint prevention, inclusive practices, and mandated reporting.
• Engage in continuous professional learning to stay current with special education best practices.
• Selects, stores, orders, issues, and inventories classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.

Requirements

• Massachusetts Educator License in Special Education (e.g., Moderate Disabilities 5–12).
• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Preferred experience with IEP development software (e.g., Aspen, Frontline/ESPED).
• Experience in inclusive, sub-separate, resource room, or therapeutic classroom settings.
• Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), de-escalation strategies, or assistive technology.
• Computer literate in standard desktop applications such as Windows, Word, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Educator License in Special Education (e.g., Moderate Disabilities 5–12).
• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• A valid driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Preferred experience with IEP development software (e.g., Aspen, Frontline/ESPED).
• Experience in inclusive, sub-separate, resource room, or therapeutic classroom settings.
• Training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), de-escalation strategies, or assistive technology.
• Computer literate in standard desktop applications such as Windows, Word, and Excel.

Skills

• Special Education Teaching
• Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies
• IEP Development
• Collaboration with General Educators
• Communication Skills
• Behavioral Supports
• Positive Behavioral Supports
• Confidentiality and Ethics
• Professional Development
• Classroom Management
• Student Empowerment
• Self-Advocacy Skills
• Behavioral Intervention
• Assistive Technology

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$67,475.20 USD - $84,468.00 USD

Schedule

Full Time, 40 Hours