Intensive Special Education Teacher

Grafton Public Schools; Grafton (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Grafton Public Schools is seeking an Intensive Special Education Teacher for North Street Elementary School in Grafton, Massachusetts. The role is full-time, starting immediately, and involves planning lessons, implementing IEP-based instruction, and collaborating with families and staff.

The successful candidate will have DESE certification, SEI endorsement preferred, and either a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

Qualifications

• DESE certification in appropriate subject/grade level is required.
• SEI Endorsement preferred.
• Bachelor degree acceptable if experienced in the role.
• Master degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning for students with multiple disabilities.
• Plan and implement lessons aligned to individualized IEP goals.
• Use and train staff in total communication systems and ABA methods.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
• Maintain confidential records and liaise with families and staff to support IEP progress.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

DESE certification

SEI Endorsement

Bachelor degree

Master degree

Job description

Intensive Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978192
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Successful candidate must have the ability to:

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate for students with multiple disabilities, including significant medical needs, physical handicaps, seizure disorders, visual impairments and intellectual impairments
• Use and train staff on the use of total communication systems
• Apply the methods of applied behavior analysis
• Plan and implement lessons based on the curriculum that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
• Utilize specific instructional strategies and practices that allow for the differentiation of instruction to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of various learners
• Use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
• Use reasoning ability to evaluate assessment data and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action
• Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public
• Complete academic evaluations with students in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Collect data to inform progress, instruction, modifications and accommodations to be considered on Individual Education Plans [IEP] in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines
• Serve as liaison/case manager of students on assigned caseload, to include but not limited to: communicating with parents, colleagues, paraprofessionals, administration, and Team Chairs the student’s academic and overall IEP progress on the same team
• Use contemporary professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decision
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
• Work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Grafton Public Schools policies
• Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive mannerMaintain appropriate confidential records
• React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.)
• Plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, students and families
• Explain and implement special education laws and regulations as well as academic and cognitive assessments
• Perform other duties not specifically listed but required by building or district administration to enable the smooth operation of the school and the district special education program

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $56,295 to $108,155 Per Year

Job Categories

Special Education > Excessive Needs/Severe/Profound Disabilities

Job Requirements

• DESE certification in the appropriate subject matter/at the appropriate grade level
  SEI Endorsement preferred
  Bachelor degree acceptable if experienced in the role
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mandee Lape , Principal
• 60 North Street
• Grafton, Massachusetts 01519
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]