High School Special Education Teacher — Short-Term Contract

Mendon-Upton Regional School District; Upton (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Mendon-Upton Regional School District at Nipmuc Regional High School in Upton, MA seeks a short-term Special Education Teacher to provide coverage for maternity leave. The role focuses on inclusive classrooms, co-teaching, and targeted IEP-driven services for students with disabilities.

Ideal candidates hold a MA Moderate Disabilities license and possess experience in inclusive settings, with strong collaboration and communication skills to support students’ progress.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Moderate Disabilities teaching license.
• Experience providing special education services in an inclusive setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of effective co-teaching practices and specially designed instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction and services in accordance with students' IEPs.
• Provide co-taught instruction within general education/inclusion classrooms.
• Provide small-group pull-out instruction to students based on their individual needs and IEP requirements.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to plan and implement accessible, standards-aligned instruction.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals.
• Participate in appropriate IEP Team meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of students' IEPs.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Massachusetts Moderate Disabilities license

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Mendon-Upton Regional School District at Nipmuc Regional High School in Upton, MA seeks a short-term Special Education Teacher to provide coverage for maternity leave. The role focuses on inclusive classrooms, co-teaching, and targeted IEP-driven services for students with disabilities.

Ideal candidates hold a MA Moderate Disabilities license and possess experience in inclusive settings, with strong collaboration and communication skills to support students’ progress.