Long Term Substitute- Special Education Teacher

Ipswich Public School District; Ipswich (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipswich Public School District in Ipswich, MA seeks a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for Ipswich High School. This full-time, temporary role runs from August 31, 2026 to mid-December 2026, with a focus on inclusive, co-teaching environments and student success.

The ideal candidate will hold MA DESE Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (Secondary) and excel in adapting instruction to diverse learning needs, implementing IEPs, and communicating with students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Requires MA DESE Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (Secondary) and a relevant content area.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of learning disabilities and accommodation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with general education teachers to deliver inclusive instruction in a co-teaching model.
• Provide targeted academic support in core secondary content areas (Math, Biology, History).
• Implement all components of students' IEPs and Transition Plans.
• Conduct academic achievement testing to monitor progress and inform planning.
• Maintain clear communication with students, families, colleagues, and administration.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

MA DESE Licensure - Moderate Special Needs (Secondary)

Job description

Position Title: Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher Location: Ipswich High School Timeline: August 31, 2026 to Mid December 2026 Status: Full-Time, Temporary, Long-Term Substitute

Position Overview

Ipswich Public Schools is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for an educator who excels at creating an innovative, collaborative, and inclusive co-teaching environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, passionate about student success, and skilled at addressing a wide range of student learning needs within the secondary classroom.

Responsibilities Include:

• Partner with general education teachers to deliver high-quality instruction within an inclusive, co-teaching model.
• Provide targeted academic support, particularly within core secondary content areas such as Mathematics (Algebra and Geometry), Biology, and/or History.
• Implement all components of students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Conduct academic achievement testing to monitor student progress and inform educational planning.
• Maintain excellent oral and written communication with students, families, colleagues, and administration to support student growth.

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid MA DESE Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (Secondary Level) and a relevant content area.
• Strong, foundational knowledge of a wide range of learning disabilities and accommodation strategies.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated understanding and instructional experience in high school Math (Algebra/Geometry), Biology, and/or History.
• Direct experience managing and implementing the IEP and Transition Plan process.
• Prior experience administering and interpreting academic achievement assessments.