Elementary Special Education Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School; Winthrop (MA); On-site; USD 51,117 - 89,864; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Winthrop is seeking a full-time Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate must have appropriate licensure and experience working with elementary students with various disabilities. Responsibilities include providing specialized instruction, managing behavior, and developing IEPs. Competitive salary range is offered, and the deadline for applications is May 8, 2026.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• State licensure in Moderate required.
• Experience with elementary school students with disabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction in various settings.
• Collect and analyze behavioral and academic data.
• Write reports, IEPs, and progress notes.

Skills

Strong behavior management skills

Behavioral and academic data analysis

Differentiating instruction

Knowledge of various academic programs

Evaluating students using assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Winthrop Public School District, Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School - Winthrop, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5653433

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position Title: Elementary School Special Education Teacher (2026-2027 SY)

Position Summary: A successful candidate should be comfortable working as part of a team and have strong oral and written communication skills. Appropriate DESE licensure in Moderate is required and candidates should have previous experience working with elementary school students with a variety of disabilities including Specific Learning Disabilities, Emotional Impairment, Communication Disorders etc. Restraint training and three years of experience is preferred.

• Strong behavior management skills
• Collecting and analyzing behavioral and academic data
• Providing specially designed instruction in both inclusion and pull-out settings
• Scheduling integration time for students
• Providing supervision to paraprofessionals
• Supporting social skills development
• Differentiating instruction
• Knowledge of a variety of academic programs
• Evaluating students using a variety of assessments (e.g. WIAT, GORT, TOWL, CTOPP, etc.)
• Writing reports, goals, IEPs, and progress notes

Application Procedure: As per Article 6 of the Agreement between the Winthrop School Committee and the Winthrop Teachers’ Association, the following vacancy is posted for Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School. Additional information on this position may be obtained from Andrea O’Leary, Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School, [phone] or [e-mail]. Interested applicants should notify Andrea O’Leary by May 8, 2026.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $51,117 to $89,864 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Andrea O'Leary, Principal
• Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Job Categories

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities