Long Term Substitute Elementary Special Education Teacher

Chelmsford Public Schools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools - Harrington Elementary School in Chelmsford, MA seeks a Long Term Substitute Elementary Special Education Teacher to cover an Autism Spectrum Disorders self-contained classroom. Assignment dates run from 10/18/26 through 12/23/26, with an immediate start to 12/23/2026.

The district notes that vacancies may change based on staffing, enrollment, or budget. The successful candidate will assume the role and responsibilities of an Elementary Special Education Teacher,

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating services for students with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication with parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts with specialists assigned to provide specific services.
• Confer with parents to promote better understanding of the pupil and his/her environment.
• Assist and guide ancillary personnel.
• Attend meetings and prepare and maintain all related records and reports reflecting activities as required or directed.
• Teach in a self-contained classroom servicing students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Skills

Coordinate specialists

Parental communication

Record-keeping

Team collaboration

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Vacancy for the 2026- 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Long Term Substitute Elementary Special Education Teacher

Location: Harrington Elementary School

Assignment Dates: Immediate start- 12/23/2026 (Dates are subject to change)

General Description: The successful candidate will assume the role and responsibilities of a Elementary Special Education Teacher from 10/18/26- 12/23/26 (dates are subject to change). Responsibilities include: Coordinate efforts with specialists assigned to provide specific services. Confer with parents to promote better understanding of the pupil and his/her environment. Assist and guide ancillary personnel. Attend meetings and prepare and maintain all related records and reports reflecting activities as required or directed. The successful candidate would be teaching in a self-contained classroom servicing students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.