Special Education Teacher

Fall River Public Schools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking qualified Teachers of Students with Special Needs in Fall River, Massachusetts. The role involves delivering specialized instruction, collaborating with educational teams, and ensuring compliance with individual education plans. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and a Massachusetts teaching license. Experience in diverse educational settings is preferred. The position offers a supportive work environment with a commitment to high-quality education for all students.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education.
• Valid Massachusetts license required with K-12 teaching experience.
• Experience in both regular and/or special education settings preferred.
• Commitment to diversity and closing achievement gaps.
• Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills.
• Experience designing standards-based instruction.
• Ability to manage time and resources effectively.
• Culturally responsive teaching and competencies.
• Knowledge of integrating information literacy, technology and 21st Century Skills into MA standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction based on student IEPs.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate special needs students.
• Conduct assessments and participate in TEAM meetings.
• Work with staff to promote integration of students with special needs.
• Participate actively in evaluation processes and TEAM meetings.
• Chair Review and Annual Review meetings for students.
• Administer educational assessments for Annual Reviews and Re-evaluations.
• Assist in developing educational plans as directed by Evaluation TEAM Chairperson.
• Ensure timely implementation of educational plans.
• Consult with parents of special needs students as needed.
• Maintain required records and submit schedules/reports (including semi-annual Pupil Reports).
• Collaborate with other Special and Regular Educators on joint cases.

Skills

Special Education expertise

Culturally responsive teaching

Standards-based instruction

Time and resource management

Culturally responsive teaching

Information literacy integration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education

Valid Massachusetts teaching license

Job description

Position Type: High School Teaching / Special Education

Date Posted: 8/1/2025

Location: B.M.C. Durfee High School

The Superintendent of Schools announces the following position within the Fall River Public School System:

Position

TEACHERS OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Job Description

To improve learning outcomes for students by delivering instruction and support services as detailed within a student’s Individual Education Plan, 504 Plan, or to assist staff focused on supporting the school and team's teaching and learning initiatives.

Performance Responsibilities

• Direct assignment to the building principal for routine administrative matters and to the Supervisor of Special Needs for the delivery of services identified in the IEP, and related program issues.
• To perform all duties listed herein and other appropriate tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Special Needs.
• In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, the School Psychologist and such other special needs staff members, as involved, performs diagnostic assessments of children suspected of, or diagnosed as having, special needs.
• In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, consults regularly with Regular Education and Special Education Teachers regarding ways to meet the needs of those special needs students assigned to their classrooms.
• Work with school staff to promote maximum integration of children with special needs
• To participate actively in the evaluation process and TEAM meetings.
• To chair all perfunctory Review and Annual Review Meetings of students.
• To administer educational assessments for Annual Reviews and Re-evaluations.
• To assist in the development of appropriate educational plans as directed by the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson.
• Insure the orderly and timely implementation of those educational plans developed
• To confer with the parents of special needs students, as needed.
• To assist the Evaluation Chairperson and other assigned staff in maintenance of required records.
• To submit to the Principal, the Director, the Supervisor of Special Education schedules and reports as required, including semi-annual Pupil Reports and Annual Review.
• To collaborate with other Special Educators and Regular Education Teachers on cases requiring joint participation in implementing educational plans.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education.
• Appropriate Valid Massachusetts license, K-12 teaching experience
• Preference will be given to those candidates who present evidence of substantial experience in regular and/or special education settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction, and closing the achievement gap
• Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills
• Experience in designing and implementing standards-based instruction
• Manage time and resources effectively
• Demonstrate culturally responsive teaching and competencies
• Knowledge of methods to integrate information literacy, technology and 21st Century Skills into the MA Curriculum Frameworks or Common Core Standards

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.

Reports To

Principal

Terms of Employment

Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.

Salary

In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.