Elementary Special Education Teacher Long-Term Substitute

HARVARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harvard Public Schools are hiring an Elementary Special Education Teacher for a long-term substitute at Hildreth Elementary School in Harvard, MA, from November 2026 through May 2027.

You will establish objectives, develop instruction, assess progress, and manage IEP development and data collection. Responsibilities include co‑teaching as needed, delivering small‑group or individualized support, and collaborating with service providers to meet each student’s goals.

Qualifications

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and communicate clear learning objectives.
• Develop age-appropriate instructional strategies to achieve the curriculum goals.
• Assess and evaluate student's performance on a regular basis.
• Set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior to establish an orderly learning environment.
• IEP development, review, and data collection.
• Within mainstream or in a pullout setting, provide teamed, small group or individualized instruction and/or academic support according to the general and specific goals outlined in students' individualized educational plans.
• Collaborate with service providers as indicated in student education plans.
• Oversee the assignment of Learning Assistants, if indicated by Principal or Special Education Administrator.
• Provide small group or individual instruction to special needs pupils as prescribed in their educational plans.
• Modify and adapt the curricula, materials, and physical environment to meet the needs of individual students.
• Co-teaching experience preferred.

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher Long-Term Substitute

Harvard Public Schools Hildreth Elementary School - Harvard, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5927847

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 16, 2026

Job Description

The Harvard Public Schools welcomes applications for a Long-Term Special Education Teacher at Hildreth Elementary School from November 2026 through May 2027.

• Establish and communicate clear learning objectives
• Develop age-appropriate instructional strategies to achieve the curriculum goals
• Assess and evaluate student's performance on a regular basis
• Set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior to establish an orderly learning environment
• IEP development, review, and data collection
• Within mainstream or in a pullout setting, provide teamed, small group or individualized instruction and/or academic support according to the general and specific goals outlined in students' individualized educational plans
• Collaborate with service providers as indicated in student education plans
• Oversee the assignment of Learning Assistants, if indicated by Principal or Special Education Administrator
• Provide small group or individual instruction to special needs pupils as prescribed in their educational plans
• Modify and adapt the curricula, materials, and physical environment to meet the needs of individual students
• Co‑teaching experience preferred

Harvard Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

One of The Harvard Public Schools’ Core Values statements is about our school climate. It states that “We believe that the Harvard public schools strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff that values diversity and fosters respect for learning, self, and others.” As part of our ongoing commitment to true inclusion, we encourage all applicants for this position.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rebecca Katsh-Singer , Principal
• 27 Massachusetts Avenue
• Harvard, Massachusetts 01451
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]