Integrated Preschool SPED Teacher - Short-Term Sub

Westford Public Schools; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools is seeking a long-term substitute Integrated Preschool Teacher at Col. John Robinson School in Westford, MA. The assignment runs from 10/07/2026 to 10/26/2026, with responsibilities across Special Education and general preschool instruction.

Candidates must be certified in Special Education, familiar with PowerSchool and Special Programs, and able to assess student progress. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, with duties including IEP

Qualifications

• Meets all state licensure standards.
• Certified in Special Education.
• Familiar with PowerSchool and Special Programs.
• Experience with conducting academic assessments.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of Special Education with Moderate Disabilities.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents.
• Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs.
• Participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students.

Skills

Special Education Certification

PowerSchool

Special Programs

Academic assessments

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Tools

PowerSchool

Special Programs

Job description

Westford Public Schools is seeking a long-term substitute Integrated Preschool Teacher at Col. John Robinson School in Westford, MA. The assignment runs from 10/07/2026 to 10/26/2026, with responsibilities across Special Education and general preschool instruction.

Candidates must be certified in Special Education, familiar with PowerSchool and Special Programs, and able to assess student progress. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are essential, with duties including IEP