Engaging Middle School Special Education Teacher

TrulyHired; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thurston Middle School in Westwood, MA is seeking a Special Education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes planning, delivering, and assessing instruction aligned with state frameworks, while collaborating with staff and families to support student achievement.

The teacher will contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment and participate in district-wide initiatives, with a commitment to professional growth and student success in a METCO-friendly district.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts teaching license in relevant area or eligibility to become licensed.
• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan engaging lessons with clear and measurable objectives aligned to state frameworks.
• Maintain high academic and behavioral expectations and routines.
• Foster a positive classroom environment and build respectful relationships with students.
• Deliver instruction using diverse pedagogy and connect new learning to prior knowledge.
• Assess student progress with formative and summative measures.
• Collaborate with professionals and families to support student success.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Massachusetts teaching license

Job description

Thurston Middle School in Westwood, MA is seeking a Special Education teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes planning, delivering, and assessing instruction aligned with state frameworks, while collaborating with staff and families to support student achievement.

The teacher will contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment and participate in district-wide initiatives, with a commitment to professional growth and student success in a METCO-friendly district.