Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

Grafton Public Schools; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grafton Public Schools, at Grafton High School in Grafton, Massachusetts, is seeking a long term substitute Special Education Teacher to cover 10/01/2026–12/23/2026. Salary is listed as $307 per day. The ideal candidate will hold DESE certification for the appropriate subject/grade level and may have SEI endorsement.

Citizenship or work eligibility is required. The role requires collaboration with families and staff, data collection for IEPs, and adherence to district and state regulations.

Qualifications

• DESE certification in the appropriate subject matter/at the appropriate grade level is required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Plan and implement lessons based on the curriculum meeting individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learners.
• Utilize instructional technology and guide students in its use.
• Evaluate assessment data and inform appropriate actions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form; present information to staff, parents and the public.
• Complete academic evaluations with students per state and federal regulations; inform IEP progress to families and teams.
• Serve as liaison/case manager for students on assigned caseload; communicate with parents, colleagues, and administrators.
• Keep confidential records; adhere to district policies and legal requirements.

Education

DESE certification in the appropriate subject matter/at the appropriate grade level

Bachelor degree(s) preferred

SEI Endorsement preferred

Job description

Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5943655

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This long term substitute position is anticipated to be 10/1/2026-12/23/2026.

Successful candidate must have the ability to:

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• 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
• 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 manner
• Maintain 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: $307 to $307 Per Day

Job Categories: Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• DESE certification in the appropriate subject matter/at the appropriate grade level
  SEI Endorsement preferred
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tracey Calo , Principal
• Grafton High School
• 24 Providence Road
• Grafton, Massachusetts 01519
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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