Special Education ~ Long Term Substitute

Middleborough Public Schools; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Middleborough Public Schools seeks a Special Education long term substitute at John T. Nichols, Jr. Middle School in Middleborough, MA. The position runs roughly Oct 1, 2026 through Feb 26, 2027, part-time, within an inclusive middle school setting.

The candidate will implement explicit instruction, co-teach with general education staff, manage IEPs and progress reporting, and monitor student goals with data-driven planning. Strong behavioral management and MA framework knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s preferred.
• MA licensure for Moderate/Severe Disabilities or eligible.
• Experience with inclusive settings and data-based instruction.
• Experience with IEPs and progress reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi-sensory, differentiated instruction in included classes.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to support designated students.
• Support transition and generalization of academic and social goals in regular ed.
• Serve as contact for caseload; complete IEPs and progress reports; coordinate team meetings.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and contribute to a collaborative team.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

MA Licensure (Moderate/Severe)

Strong Behavioral Management

Differentiated Instruction

IEP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

MA Licensure in Moderate/Severe Disabilities

Job description

Special Education ~ Long Term Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917695

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position is from approximately October 1, 2026 through February 26, 2027.

• Implement direct/explicit academic and specially designed instruction across content areas using a multi-sensory approach, differentiated strategies and research-based techniques, including use of modified content, methodology and performance criteria as needed, as well as assistive/educational technology in the classroom for designated students receiving services in an inclusive general education environment.
• Collaborate and co-teach with grade level classroom teachers, other special education teachers and specialists to provide comprehensive and effective services to assigned students.
• Promote and assist in the implementation of appropriate strategies to ensure the transition and generalization of student’s academic and social goals within the regular education environment and throughout the school.
• Serve as contact person for designated caseload, including completion of all associated paperwork (monitoring student performance, writing IEP’s/progress reports, etc.), management of the Team process (conducting Annual Reviews, conferencing w/parents/Team members, etc.), and maintenance of communication between teachers, specialists, families and any outside providers.
• Utilize appropriate classroom management strategies, including a comprehensive positive behavior intervention system, to ensure successful and motivating instructional environment within the classroom and throughout the school for designated students.
• Use a multi-disciplinary approach to gather various sources of information for progress monitoring in order to routinely implement data-based decision‑making practices to guide instruction and lesson planning.
• Provide supervision to assigned paraprofessionals as needed
• Consult with staff and administration on instructional/student issues as an active, participatory Team member.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required by the Director of Special Education

Position Type: Part‑time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to John T. Nichols, Jr. Middle School

MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Middleborough Public Schools is to prepare all students to excel in life.STRUCTURE AND PHILOSOPHYThe overarching purpose of all schooling in our society is to help students become responsible citizens, lifelong learners, and healthy, caring, ethical, and intellectually reflective individuals. The skills, knowledge, and personal competence that students acquire in school should enable them to be successful now and in the future. (Excerpted from This We Believe, National Middle School Association, Columbus, Ohio.)Nichols Middle School offers an environment that fosters the growth of the individual student and eases the transition from the elementary classroom to the specialized subject program of the high school.Our school is designed to meet the unique educational, personal, physical, social, and emotional needs of adolescents. In addition to developing interpersonal relationships and respect for the values of others, each student has the opportunity for maximum growth in knowledge, confidence, and self‑esteem.We offer a varied program of studies including unified arts and extracurricular activities that foster a student’s curiosity and willingness to learn while developing and strengthening basic skills. We provide an environment that encourages student achievement and challenges all students.The middle school utilizes a team structure that is an effective organizational pattern used by most middle schools throughout the United States. Each student is assigned to an academic team composed of English, reading, mathematics, social studies, and science teachers.The faculty at Nichols Middle School recognizes the vital role parents’ play in the education of their children and encourages frequent and open communication between home and school. We have fall and winter conferences for all parents. In addition, parents benefit from the team structure, as it provides easy access to the team of teachers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Middleborough Public School System does not discriminate in its educational activities or employment practices on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, homelessness, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred MA Licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK - 8) OR as Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities (All Levels) Highly qualified for middle school Strong Behavioral Management Skills, Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks Educational background or experience with differentiated instruction in both a self-contained and an inclusive middle school setting, including proven skills in classroom management and instructional strategies Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable. $175/day with DESE Special Education License - $307.83/day after 30 days.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Timothy McLaughlin , Principal
• 112 Tiger Drive
• Middleborough, Massachusetts 02346
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]