Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher

Wilmington Public Schools; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Public Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for the Wilmington Middle School in Wilmington, MA. Immediate starting date with responsibilities across six through eight-grade special education instruction and collaboration with school staff.

The role requires a DESE Moderate Disabilities 5-8 license, middle school experience, and a commitment to inclusive practices and student progress reporting. Employment is full-time with the district.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with students identified with specific learning and other disabilities.
• Middle School teaching experience is preferred.
• Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement preferred.
• Safety Care Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver instruction for middle school students with disabilities.
• Align teaching with district curriculum and state standards.
• Collaborate with special education liaison and support staff.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with families as needed.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

Middle School teaching experience

Sheltered English Instruction Endorse

Safety Care Certification

Education

Moderate Disabilities 5-8 License (DESE)

Job description

Long Term Substitute - Special Education Teacher

Wilmington Public Schools Wilmington Middle School - Wilmington, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5936445
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

• Demonstrate knowledge of the subject area.
• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of 6th, 7th, or 8th-grade math in accordance with students' needs, District curriculum, and State standards.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced.
• Work cohesively with the special education liaison and other support staff to provide a more productive environment for students on educational plans.

Professional Culture

• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians.
• Provide written assessments, referrals, and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as required.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Regularly collaborate and communicate with team-alike and content-alike colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.
• Supervises students in the hallways before, after, and in between classes, in the library, and at special events.
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students.
• Complies with applicable District, state, local, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual.

Teaching All Students

• Understanding of social-emotional challenges facing middle school students and an ability to assist students in developing appropriate coping strategies.
• Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of models and strategies.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons, and learning environment. Instruction can be provided within the regular classroom setting, resource setting, or small classroom setting.
• Design classroom activities and lessons with multiple levels as appropriate so that all students can access the curriculum.
• Formally and informally assess the student learning to create a comprehensive learning program.
• Set high expectations that are suitable based on students’ needs.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced.

Family and Community Engagement

• Build a partnership with families, encouraging their active participation in students’ learning.
• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning academic and behavioral programs of their students through conferences, written messages, telephone calls, and/or email.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Multiple Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice of Non-Discrimination

All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Wilmington Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion,national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

• EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with students identified with specific learning and other disabilities.
  • Middle School experience
  • Department of Elementary and Secondary Education License: Moderate Disabilities 5-8
  • Safety Care Certification, preferred
  • Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement
  • Dates of Assignment: ASAP – December 23, 2026
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brian Caira , Principal
• 25 Carter Lane
• Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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