High School Special Education Teacher (Leave of Absence)

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

High School Special Education Teacher (Leave of Absence)

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: Nov 16, 2026

Job Description

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

JOB POSTING

Title: High School Special Education Teacher (Leave of Absence)

Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Special Education Teacher to join our team. This position is for November 16, 2026 - January 8, 2027. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of our adolescent learners.

Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to):

• Serve as the lead teacher in our SCOPE program, which primarily serves students diagnosed on the autism spectrum or with similar social-cognitive profiles, such as social communication disorder or nonverbal learning disorder profile;
• With the program team, provide targeted and explicit instruction in executive functioning skills related to their relative strengths and growth areas in conjunction with opportunities to learn and practice social pragmatic skills in a small group setting;
• Collaborate closely with the general educators who provide instruction in the inclusion setting;
• Create an environment of belonging in the classroom that is conducive to students’ growth as learners and community members;
• Embrace the diversity of the students and ensure that they all have equitable opportunities for learning and belonging;
• Provide appropriate learning experiences in applicable content/skill areas and SEL, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements;
• Hold high expectations for all students, provide appropriate support, and serve as a facilitator of student learning;
• Actively participate in the accomplishment of the goals and priorities of the department;
• Work with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity;
• Any other relative duties as assigned.

Experience (preferred, but not required):

• Experience working with students with the SCOPE program’s learning profile preferred
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area required, Masters degree preferred;
• Experience: Previous experience working with high school-aged children is highly preferred.
• Cultural Competency: Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland’s goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students.

Education and Experience:

• DESE Licensure: Must hold valid Massachusetts licensure in relevant content area
• SEI Endorsement: Evidence of Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is mandatory.

Work Schedule and Compensation:

• Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
• Salary:District daily sub rate

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Allyson Mizoguchi , Principal
• Wayland High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]