High School Special Education – SCOPE Lead Teacher

Wayland High School; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated High School Special Education Teacher for a leave of absence from November 16, 2026 to January 8, 2027 at Wayland High School in Wayland, MA. The role focuses on adolescent students with autism-related profiles within the SCOPE program and requires collaboration with inclusion teachers.

The ideal candidate has MA licensure in a relevant content area, SEI endorsement, and a commitment to equity, belonging, and social-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area required.
• Masters degree preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure in relevant content area required.
• SEI Endorsement mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction in the SCOPE program for students with autism or related profiles.
• Provide explicit instruction in executive functioning and social pragmatic skills.
• Collaborate with general educators in inclusion settings.
• Create a belonging-focused classroom environment promoting equity.
• Align learning experiences with MA Curriculum Frameworks and district standards.
• Maintain high expectations and support student learning.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative teamwork

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area

Masters degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

PowerSchool

Job description

Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated High School Special Education Teacher for a leave of absence from November 16, 2026 to January 8, 2027 at Wayland High School in Wayland, MA. The role focuses on adolescent students with autism-related profiles within the SCOPE program and requires collaboration with inclusion teachers.

The ideal candidate has MA licensure in a relevant content area, SEI endorsement, and a commitment to equity, belonging, and social-emotional growth.