Elementary Special Education Teacher - CLEAR Program

Young World Physical Education; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

West Springfield Public Schools is seeking an qualified Special Education Teacher for the CLEAR program at Coburn Elementary in West Springfield, MA. The role focuses on delivering ABA-informed instruction to students with moderate to severe needs, including data-driven planning and collaboration with the BCBA and school team.

The position is full-time for the 2026–2027 school year, with 10 months of service during the academic year.

Qualifications

• DESE certification for Moderate to Severe PreK-8 required.
• Experience with students with Autism preferred.
• SEI Endorsement is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students in group and 1:1 instruction in a 1:1–2:1 staff ratio classroom.
• Participate in training, meetings and student case management with BCBA and other staff.
• Implement teaching protocols and behavior support plans.
• Deliver instruction using Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
• Assist paraprofessionals with instructional programs and data collection.
• Record and analyze student data and manage cases.
• Manage behavioral crises and interventions.
• Support MCAS portfolio development when applicable.

Skills

ABA knowledge

Behavior management

Data analysis

Case management

Collaboration with BCBA

Education

Bachelor degree

DESE Moderate to Severe PreK-8 certification

Job description

West Springfield Public Schools is seeking an qualified Special Education Teacher for the CLEAR program at Coburn Elementary in West Springfield, MA. The role focuses on delivering ABA-informed instruction to students with moderate to severe needs, including data-driven planning and collaboration with the BCBA and school team.

The position is full-time for the 2026–2027 school year, with 10 months of service during the academic year.