Long-Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher

Ware Public Schools; Ware (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ware Public Schools in Ware, Massachusetts is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for January 25 – April 16, 2027 at Ware Junior Senior High School. The role requires Massachusetts Licensure for Moderate Disabilities, collaboration with general education teachers and related services staff, development and monitoring of IEP goals, and use of data to inform instruction.

Experience with IEP meetings, inclusive practices, and progress reporting is preferred; compensation is per

Qualifications

• Massachusetts licensure for Moderate Disabilities at appropriate grade level.
• Experience facilitating IEP team meetings and developing IEPs.
• Ability to collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices and co-teaching strategies.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide specially designed instruction in the general curriculum and other educational needs.
• Administer appropriate assessments and use assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Develop and monitor IEP goals and services for students.
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress.
• Implement IEPs, monitor and assess student performance.

Skills

Collaboration

IEP meetings

Data-informed instruction

Co-teaching

Education

Massachusetts licensure for Moderate Disabilities

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Long-Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher

Ware Public Schools Ware Junior Senior High School - Ware, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5952346

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Ware Junior Senior High School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher. The anticipated dates of the position are January 25 - April 16, 2027.

• Massachusetts Licensure for Moderate Disabilities at appropriate grade level
• Collaborate and coordinate with general education teachers and related service providers
• Collaborate and coordinate with paraprofessionals
• Prepare and provide specially designed instruction in the general curriculum and other educational needs (i.e. social emotional, vocational preparation or experience)
• Administer appropriate assessments and use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and improve student learning
• Experience facilitating IEP team meetings and developing IEPs
• Knowledge of inclusive practices and co-teaching strategies, transition planning, culturally responsive practices, social emotional learning and positive behavior supports
• Develop and monitor IEP goals and services for students
• Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students' progress
• Implement IEPs, monitor and assess student performance, document and provide evidence of student progress

COMPENSATION

• Licensed Teacher
  Per the current contract at the daily rate of step 1 of highest degree attained
• Bachelor's - $304.56
• Bachelor's+15 - $315.49
• Master's - $322.79
• Master's+15 - $332.03
• Master's+30 - $339.42
• Master's+45 - $352.19
• Unlicensed, commensurate with education
  Bachelor's - $200/day
• Associate's - $150/day
• High School Diploma - $135/day

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• Letter of interest
  Resume
  Transcripts
  Copy of Massachusetts certification/license as Special Education Teacher
  Three (3) current, prior employment letters of reference
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Megan Sears , Acting Principal
• 237 West Street
• Ware, Massachusetts 01082
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]