Special Education Preschool Teacher

Wareham-Public-Schools; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Wareham Public Schools’ Wareham Elementary School in Wareham, MA is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction to children ages 3-5 in our preschool setting for the 2026-27 school year.

The teacher will design and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction, develop and implement IEPs, conduct assessments, and collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team to support each student’s goals.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching licensure in relevant special education areas.
• SEI endorsement required or in process.
• Background with early childhood special education and diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to ages 3–5 in a substantially separate preschool setting.
• Design and deliver differentiated instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Develop and implement IEPs and conduct assessments for placement decisions.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, aides, and therapists.
• Attend IEP meetings and maintain confidential records.
• Follow district curricula for Math and ELA and implement evidence-based strategies.
• Participate in professional development and teamwork.

Skills

Strong communication & interpersonal

Collaborative team player

Engaged with families & therapists

Education

Massachusetts Teacher Licensure (PreK-2 / PreK-8)

Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities

Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities

SEI Endorsement (Sheltered English Immersion)

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Preschool Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5881120

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Special Education Teacher to provide specialized instruction to children ages 3-5 in our substantially separate learning center preschool settings for the 2026-27 school year.
• Design and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that meets diverse learning needs while maintaining a safe, structured classroom environment
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Conduct student assessments to determine functional capabilities and make informed placement recommendations
• Foster strong partnerships with families, teachers, instructional assistants, and therapists
• Participate in IEP meetings
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records and documentation
• Research and implement evidence-based interventions and teaching strategies, follow district curricula for Math and ELA
• Participate in professional development opportunities and team collaboration
• Organization and structure of his/her assigned classroom
• Works collaboratively with other teachers, instructors, coordinators, and administration to support the overall needs of the students.
• Plans and supervises the classroom schedule and staff.
• Coordinates the schedules of all ancillary personnel involved in the classroom.
• Keeps open and ongoing communication with each child's interdisciplinary team members.
• Identifies needed materials and equipment under educational plans.
• Responsible for the education of each student consistent with the goals and objectives of the IEP.
• Ongoing assessment of each student's functioning level.
• Draft IEP and progress notes.
• Completion and distribution of progress notes, detailing each student's progress towards meeting their IEP goals.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal, administration, or the superintendent of schools.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $59,467 to $98,688 Per Year

Classroom Teacher > Preschool

Welcome to Wareham Elementary School

It is the mission of the Wareham Elementary School, in collaboration with parents and community members, to provide a respectful, engaging, standard-based academic and social learning environment that is rigorous, differentiated and ensures individual student success in the attainment of the 21st Century skills needed to positively impact our global society.

Job Requirements

• CORI and fingerprinting required
• Massachusetts Teacher Licensure in one of the following:
• Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-2 or PreK-8)
• Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities (PreK-2 or All)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a collaborative team approach
• SEI Endorsement: Candidates must have a Sheltered English Immersion endorsement, vital for supporting English language learners in the classroom. Experience working with young children with diverse learning needs
• Background in social-emotional learning and behavior management
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carol Spenard , Assistant Principal
• 63 Minot Ave.
• Wareham, Massachusetts 02571
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]