Special Education Teacher

TrulyHired; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking an experienced special education teacher for the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District. The role involves academic support in Learning Centers, delivering pull-out specialized instruction, and developing intervention plans for students with mild to moderate disabilities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree and Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Special Needs. Candidates reflecting diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Special Needs.
• Experience in language-based instruction for dyslexia.
• Knowledge of research-based interventions for children with disabilities.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and co-teach in the classroom.
• Deliver specialized instruction for small groups and individuals.
• Develop behavior intervention plans.
• Administer and interpret diagnostic assessments.

Skills

Academic support

Behavior intervention plans

Communication skills

Diagnostic assessment

Instruction for dyslexia

Education

Master’s degree

Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Special Needs

Tools

Formal assessment tools

Informal assessment tools

Job description

Job Description

The Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, a Pre‑k to 12 district, is seeking an experienced special education teacher to serve in the Learning Centers. The Learning Center Teacher will work in a model of service delivery offering academic support and co‑teach in the general education classroom combined with pull‑out specialized instruction for small groups and individuals. Students requiring assistance and support have mild to moderate disabilities and cover a range of disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and co‑teach in the general education classroom.
• Deliver pull‑out specialized instruction for small groups and individuals.
• Develop and implement behavior intervention plans.
• Administer and interpret a wide range of formal and informal diagnostic assessment and evaluation tools.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Massachusetts licensure in Moderate Special Needs (Department of Elementary & Secondary Education).
• Experience/training in language‑based instruction for dyslexia, including Wilson, O‑G, Brain Frames, EmPOWER Writing, or similar.
• Demonstrated success and knowledge of current research‑based interventions for children with disabilities.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Experience with the administration and interpretation of a wide range of formal and informal diagnostic assessment and evaluation tools.
• Ability to develop positive behavior intervention plans.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

We believe that our students deserve to learn from educators who reflect their backgrounds and life experiences, and we want our staff to reflect the wide range of student identities we seek to serve.

Our District is committed to increasing the diversity of our certified educators and leaders. By building a more representative workforce, our students will have better outcomes and be more prepared for an increasingly diverse world.

We encourage candidates of color, individuals with diverse life experiences and non‑traditional backgrounds, and allies in our diversity, equity, and inclusion work to apply.