K-2 Life Skills Teacher

Young World Physical Education; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

West Springfield Public Schools in West Springfield, MA, seeks a K-2 Life Skills Teacher for Fausey Elementary School to deliver specialized instruction for students with cognitive and adaptive needs. The role emphasizes structured teaching, IEP implementation, and collaboration with families and related staff.

The teacher will align lessons to MA Curriculum Frameworks, promote independence, and support inclusive practices in general education settings where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities license required.
• SEI Endorsement required.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs aligned with student needs and Massachusetts standards.
• Provide direct instruction in functional academics, communication, social-emotional learning, daily living skills, and self-advocacy.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and general education staff to support student success.
• Lead classroom paraprofessionals and support staff.
• Create and maintain a structured, positive, and safe learning environment.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings, evaluations, progress reporting, and required documentation.
• Promote student independence and community participation through experiential learning opportunities.

Skills

IEP development

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

K-2 Life Skills Teacher

West Springfield Public Schools Fausey Elementary - West Springfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5864022
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Special Education Teacher
K-2 Life Skills
Fausey Elementary School
The Life Skills Special Education Teacher is responsible for providing specialized instruction to students with significant cognitive and adaptive functioning needs in a highly structured, supportive classroom environment. The teacher will implement individualized educational programming that promotes academic growth, independence, communication, daily living skills, social-emotional development, health awareness, and community participation. Instruction will be aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and adapted to meet each student's unique learning needs.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) aligned with student needs and Massachusetts state standards.
• Provide direct instruction in functional academics, communication, social-emotional learning, daily living skills, and self-advocacy.
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to ensure meaningful student access and participation.
• Utilize data-driven decision-making to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with related service providers, paraprofessionals, families, and general education staff to support student success.
• Lead classroom paraprofessionals and support staff.
• Create and maintain a structured, positive, and safe learning environment.
• Implement behavior support plans and proactive classroom management strategies.
• Facilitate inclusion opportunities and support students in general education settings as appropriate.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings, evaluations, progress reporting, and required special education documentation.
• Promote student independence and community participation through functional and experiential learning opportunities.

Licensure Requirements:

• Massachusetts DESE Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities (PreK–8) license.
• SEI Endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Salary: Per Unit A Contract
Salary Range: $53,939 - $102,056
Work Year: 184 days Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Springfield Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis.of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran’sstatus, sexual orientation, genetic information, neurodiversity, gender identity or expression,marital status, or any other class protected by state, federal, or local laws. Equal Opportunityapplies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer,termination, layoff, compensation, benefits and all other conditions and privileges ofemployment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Suzanne Tetrault
• 784 Amostwon Road
• West Springfield, Massachusetts 01089
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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