1.0 Special Education Teacher - Nahant Public Schools

Swampscott Public Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Elementary School in Nahant, MA is seeking a Special Education Teacher to serve PreK–6 students with IEPs. The role emphasizes evidence-based instruction and collaboration with general education staff.

The candidate will write and implement IEP goals, deliver reading instruction, and participate in inclusive and co-teaching practices. Immediate start; full-time schedule 1.0; Massachusetts licensure required.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8) is required.
• Confident testing and reporting aligned with the MA IEP process.
• Strong knowledge of early literacy instruction aligned to Science of Reading.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and supporting diverse learners.
• Maintains high expectations for students with disabilities with evidence-based practices.
• Collaborative and advocacy-focused for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals and district curriculum.
• Teach inclusionary co-teaching and specialized instruction.
• Write and implement IEP goals reflecting grade-level standards with modifications.
• Deliver evidence-based reading instruction.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, and families.
• Support diverse backgrounds and foster an inclusive school community.
• Contribute to a positive school culture with high expectations and student success.

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Inclusive practices

Growth mindset

Education

Massachusetts educator license in Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8)

Job description

Johnson Elementary School, Nahant, MA

Special Education Teacher (Full Time,1.0)

Johnson Elementary School is looking to immediately fill aSpecial Education Teacherto meet the needs of our PreK-6 special education students. We are seeking a dedicated, student-centered educator who is passionate about providing high-quality instruction and believes that all students, including those on IEPs, can achieve at high levels.

Position: Special Education Teacher

Schedule:Full-Time,1.0

Start Date: immediately

Qualifications (Required):

• Massachusetts educator license in Moderate Disabilities (PreK–8)
• Confident testing and reporting skills aligned with the Massachusetts IEP process
• Strong knowledge of early literacy instruction aligned to Science of Reading
• Commitment to inclusive practices and supporting diverse learners
• Maintains high expectations for students with disabilities, using strength-based, research-aligned practices to support meaningful academic growth
• Professionally confident and collaborative to advocate for students with disabilities through high expectations, shared responsibility and thoughtful instructional decision making.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Wilson/Orton-Gillingham training or certification (preferred but not a necessity)
• PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) and CASEL Competencies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with families, colleagues, and support staff

Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction in alignment with IEP goals and district curriculum goals
• Teach specialized instruction and inclusionary co-teaching
• Write and implement IEP goals that reflect grade-level standards with appropriate modifications and supports
• Deliver evidence-based reading instruction
• Serve as a collaborative partner in advancing inclusive and co-teaching practices, supporting general education klasrooms while providing special education instruction.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, related service providers, and families to support student growth and success
• Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and needs of students and families, fostering a supportive and inclusive school community
• Contribute to a positive school culture that emphasizes high expectations and student success
• Possess a positive attitude and growth mindset

About Us:

At Johnson Elementary, we pride ourselves on being a newly adoptedPBIS + SEL school where positive school culture, collaboration, high expectations andkindness are central to everything we do. We believe in the potential of every student and are committed to creating opportunities for them to thrive academically and socially. Our students are at the center of all that we do and we live by three golden rules: Be respectful, be responsible and be safe.

Principal Heather Castonguay, M.Ed. [e-mail]