Autism-Specific Special Education Teacher

Southbridge Public Schools; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbridge Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an Autism Specific Classroom to join a collaborative, student-centered team. The role emphasizes explicit instructional design, multi-sensory strategies, and robust progress monitoring within inclusion settings.

You will work under the Building Principal, completing IEPs, progress reports, and Team meetings while maintaining high expectations and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 OR Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities All Grades.
• SEI Endorsement OR ESL License.
• Meets state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a multi-sensory, differentiated instruction program.
• Collaborates with grade-level teachers, other special education teachers, and specialists to provide services.
• Maintains accurate records including IEPs, progress reports, and Team communications.
• Uses data-based decision making to guide instruction and progress monitoring.
• Ensures classroom environment supports learning and aligns with district goals.

Skills

Collaboration

Documentation

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Massachusetts Teaching License (Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 or Severe Disabilities All Grades)

Massachusetts SEI Endorsement or ESL License

US work authorization

Job description

Southbridge Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an Autism Specific Classroom to join a collaborative, student-centered team. The role emphasizes explicit instructional design, multi-sensory strategies, and robust progress monitoring within inclusion settings.

You will work under the Building Principal, completing IEPs, progress reports, and Team meetings while maintaining high expectations and professional growth.