Post-Secondary Transition Teacher (18–22 Program)

Peabody Public Schools; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Peabody Public Schools in Peabody, MA seeks a Post-Secondary Transition Teacher for the 18–22 program. The role provides specialized instruction and authentic community-based experiences for students with disabilities ages 18-22.

The position focuses on developing independence, employability, and daily living skills, and requires a licensed special education teacher with transition certification preferred. Salary is based on Unit A contract.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid teaching license in special education.
• Transition certification preferred.
• Experience in post-secondary transition is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and community-based learning opportunities for students ages 18-22.
• Develop students' independence, employability, and functional academics.
• Design and implement a comprehensive transition program integrating vocational training, independent living skills, social development, and community participation.

Education

Licensed Special Education Teacher

Job description

Post-Secondary Transition Teacher (18–22 Program)

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Job Description

Position Title: Post-Secondary Transition Teacher (18–22 Program)
Department: Special Education
Reports To: Director of Special Education and/or Building Administrator
Position Type: Full-Time, Licensed Special Education Teacher; Transition Certification Preferred

Position Overview

The Post-Secondary Transition Teacher provides specialized instruction, individualized programming, and community-based learning opportunities for students with disabilities ages 18-22 who require continued educational services to prepare for adult life.

This position primarily focuses on developing students' independence, employability, functional academic abilities, social competencies, and daily living skills through meaningful instruction and authentic experiences.

The teacher will design and implement a comprehensive transition program that integrates vocational training, independent living skills, functional academics, social development, and community participation.

Salary based on Unit A Teacher contract salary schedule, which can be found at:

Go to https://peabody.k12.ma.us/departments/human-resources/

Scroll down to the Unit A Salary schedule

Peabody is a Gateway City: a midsize urban center that anchor regional economies around the Northshore of Boston. Our diverse student population adds value to the educational and cultural experience in our School District.

We prepare students to be life-long learners and critical thinkers who meet the challenges of citizenship in an event changing world.

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities .The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Job Details

Job ID: 5985702

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 14, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $58,236 to $113,551 Per Year

Job Categories:

• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Transition Specialist

Contact Information

• Carmen Santana
• 27 Lowell St
• Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]