Elementary Special Ed Teacher — Year‑Round Impact

Arbor Associates; Lancaster (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbor Associates in Lancaster, MA is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher for a full-time contract placement at a therapeutic day school. This role welcomes new and early-career educators, with a focus on trauma-informed practices and building strong student relationships.

You will plan lessons aligned with MA standards, develop IEPs, collaborate with clinicians and school leaders, and support students emotionally, socially, and academically in a structured, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Newly licensed or recently credentialed Special Education Teacher in Massachusetts.
• Trauma-responsive practices knowledge preferred.
• Willingness to learn in a supportive, human-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with students and foster a creative, nurturing, and structured classroom community.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with grade-level academic standards and the Massachusetts DESE Curriculum Frameworks.
• Support students academically, socially, and emotionally — preparing them for transitions to post-secondary education, vocational opportunities, or return to their local school district.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs), tailoring instruction to each student's unique strengths and challenges.
• Collaborate daily with a multi‑disciplinary team including clinicians, teachers, and school leaders to support whole‑student success.
• Model and teach self-discipline, respectful behavior, and positive community membership.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants across multiple settings.
• Contribute to program safety and continuity by assuming additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Relationship building

IEP development

Collaborative teamwork

Trauma-informed approach

Education

Massachusetts teaching certification

Job description

Arbor Associates in Lancaster, MA is seeking an Elementary Special Education Teacher for a full-time contract placement at a therapeutic day school. This role welcomes new and early-career educators, with a focus on trauma-informed practices and building strong student relationships.

You will plan lessons aligned with MA standards, develop IEPs, collaborate with clinicians and school leaders, and support students emotionally, socially, and academically in a structured, supportive environment.