Elementary Special Education Teacher—SEL Focus

Southern Worcester Cty Educational Collaborative; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Worcester Cty Educational Collaborative Grow Elementary School in Southbridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The Grow School serves elementary students with social-emotional disabilities in a DESE-approved therapeutic day program.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, collaborating with clinical staff and families, and creating structured, engaging classrooms to support student growth.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Certification in Special Education required.
• Experience working with students with social-emotional or behavioral needs preferred.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to elementary students with social-emotional disabilities
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Collaborate with clinical staff, related service providers, and families
• Create a structured, supportive, and engaging classroom environment
• Monitor and assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Classroom management

Education

Massachusetts Teacher Certification in Special Education

Master's degree

Job description

Southern Worcester Cty Educational Collaborative Grow Elementary School in Southbridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The Grow School serves elementary students with social-emotional disabilities in a DESE-approved therapeutic day program.

Responsibilities include developing IEPs, collaborating with clinical staff and families, and creating structured, engaging classrooms to support student growth.