K-2 Special Education Teacher

Amesbury Public Schools; Amesbury (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Sgt Jordan Shay Memorial, operated by Amesbury Public Schools, seeks a K-2 Special Education Teacher in Amesbury, MA. Immediate start date; full-time position with a competitive salary range.

Requirements include MA Certification and an elementary classroom background. Candidates should have minimum experience preferred and citizenship/residency required. Email inquiries to the contact listed for application details.

Qualifications

• MA Certification is required by the district.
• Experience in an elementary classroom setting preferred.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and competence of subject matter associated with teaching assignment.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Prepare lessons for all content areas.
• Integrate technology into lessons to support student achievement.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the school.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Uphold district philosophy and instructional goals; protect students and school property.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Collaborate with teachers and paraprofessionals; attend meetings and trainings.
• May require toileting.

Education

MA Certification

Bachelor degree

Job description

Amesbury Public Schools Sgt Jordan Shay Memorial (Formerly Amesbury Elem.) - Amesbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

K-2 Special Education Teacher

Amesbury Public Schools Sgt Jordan Shay Memorial (Formerly Amesbury Elem.) - Amesbury, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5933898
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description:
Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and competence of subject matter associated with teaching assignment.
Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
Prepare lessons for all content areas.
Integrate technology into lessons to support student achievement.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the school.
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, School Committee Policy and administrative regulations.
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and School Committee policy.
Accept a share of responsibility for supervising and monitoring both formal and informal non-classroom activities.
Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
Collaborate with other teachers and paraprofessionals as appropriate and necessary.
May require toileting. Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $58,859 to $104,074 Per Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > General Special Education

Welcome to Sgt Jordan Shay Memorial (Formerly Amesbury Elem.)

Amesbury Elementary School Mission StatementAt Amesbury Elementary School we strive to create a child-centered environment that promotes academic excellence, individual success, and social responsibility. We believe that a supportive home, school, and community partnership is essential to the education of each child. Meaningful learning experiences encompass the emerging needs of the whole child, mind and body. We celebrate our unique and diverse school culture while inspiring every child to be a life-long learner.

Job Requirements

• Requirements:
  Appropriate MA Certification
  Experience working in an elementary classroom setting preferred.
  
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• John Obremski , Principal, Shay Elementary
• 193 Lions Mouth Rd
• Amesbury, Massachusetts 01913
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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