Middle School Special Education Teacher — IEP & Co-Teach

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teacher for middle school to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The teacher may serve as a case manager, co-teach in a regular education department, or lead a substantially separate class.

Strong collaboration with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators is essential. The role emphasizes alignment with IEP goals, data-driven progress monitoring, and contributing to the Special

Qualifications

• Requisite licensure defined by the DESE.
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process.
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology effectively.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to access curriculum.
• Conduct IEP meetings and complete related paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress.
• Co-teach in regular education content area, or teach substantially separate subject.
• Prepare students for transition to post-high school life.
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents.
• Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings.
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students.
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed.

Skills

DESE licensure

IEP process

Disability knowledge

Communication skills

Technology use

Problem-solving

Equity mindset

Job description

Newton Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teacher for middle school to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The teacher may serve as a case manager, co-teach in a regular education department, or lead a substantially separate class.

Strong collaboration with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators is essential. The role emphasizes alignment with IEP goals, data-driven progress monitoring, and contributing to the Special