Innovative Special Education Teacher (PreK–8)

Salem Public Schools; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for PreK-8 to join our team in Salem, MA. You will collaborate with core teachers to ensure access to the curriculum for students with disabilities and deliver high-quality, inclusive instruction built on robust IEPs and evidence-based strategies.

You will work within a diverse, urban district committed to equity and belonging, maintaining strong family and community partnerships while using data to drive instruction and progress

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in special education
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement required within 1 year of start date
• Current authorization to work in the United States
• Dual certification in another content area is a plus

Responsibilities

• Hold high expectations for student learning (and behavior) and provide support to help students get there.
• Provide specialized instruction that will allow all students to engage in instruction.
• Modify/adapt materials and lessons to meet the specific needs identified in students’ IEPs.
• Embed social-emotional learning (SEL) into lesson planning and instruction.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals and the school team to implement IEP accommodations and goals.
• Develop and implement IEPs and behavioral interventions; present progress in meetings.
• Administer, interpret, and report findings from standardized evaluations; remote assessments when needed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Remind

Google Workspace

Job description

Salem Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for PreK-8 to join our team in Salem, MA. You will collaborate with core teachers to ensure access to the curriculum for students with disabilities and deliver high-quality, inclusive instruction built on robust IEPs and evidence-based strategies.

You will work within a diverse, urban district committed to equity and belonging, maintaining strong family and community partnerships while using data to drive instruction and progress