Special Education Teacher

Framingham Public Schools; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Framingham Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for the Multiple Disabilities (MD) Program at Barbieri Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role leads a sub-separate classroom and delivers intensive, research-based interventions to develop communication, mobility, and independent daily living skills within academic units.

The teacher collaborates with PLCs to ensure inclusion and alignment with district goals, supporting students with significant needs and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Massachusetts Teaching License in Severe Disabilities (All Levels) and SEI Endorsement; or Severe Disabilities (Grades PreK-2) SEI Endorsement.
• Experience in a sub-separate or specialized school district setting is required.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect, research-based specialized instruction to meet IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual IEP plans and required reports.
• Assesses student progress using MCAS, i-Ready, and unit assessments.
• Collaborates with ESL and support staff within PLCs to support student success.

Skills

Differentiated Instruction

Data-Driven Decision Making

Social-Emotional Learning

Curriculum Alignment

Adaptive Technology

Collaborative Leadership

Cultural Proficiency

Professionalism & Composure

Restorative Practices

Content Pedagogy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Massachusetts Teaching License (Severe Disabilities)

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

Google Classroom

iPads

Job description

Special Education Teacher For The Multiple Disabilities (MD) Program

Barbieri Elementary School

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

2026-2027 School Year

Position Summary

The Special Education Teacher for the Multiple Disabilities (MD) Program provides critical instructional support through a sub-separate service model, leading a specialized classroom environment to ensure students achieve academic success, independence, and meaningful participation in the learning environment. In this role, the teacher acts as a lead facilitator of a co-treat model, delivering intensive, research-based interventions designed to integrate communication, mobility, and independent daily living skills into academic units for students with complex and medically fragile needs. This role is essential to Framingham Public Schools’ day-to-day operations and strategic goal of fostering the development of the "whole child" by ensuring that even students with the most significant disabilities are meaningfully included in the school community. This commitment aligns with Framingham Public Schools’ high expectations for achievement, providing equal access to specialized instruction, and closing the achievement gap for students requiring the highest level of intensive support. The Multiple Disabilities Program serves students with severe multiple disabilities, including students who are medically fragile. This Program is designed to address the development of communication, mobility, social, and independent daily living skills. The Program uses a co-treat model to integrate communication, mobility, social, and independent daily living skills into academic units. Students in the program for Multiple Disabilities are included in the school community and there are opportunities for school peers to partner with the classrooms.

OUR MISSION

Framingham Public Schools (FPS) is committed to excellence for all students and to creating a workforce that reflects our community’s rich racial, linguistic, and cultural diversity. Guided by our mission to empower free-thinking, responsible citizens, we value inclusion, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all we do. FPS strives to provide a safe and welcoming environment where every student and staff member can thrive. We actively seek educators and staff who are committed to antiracism, social justice, and civic engagement. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and from members of historically underrepresented groups.

Framingham Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a culturally responsive, antiracist, and inclusive community where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported to thrive.

About Framingham

Framingham, Massachusetts, is a vibrant and diverse suburban community located 20 miles west of Boston, serving as a major hub in the MetroWest area. It successfully blends urban convenience with the comfort of New England neighborhoods, characterized by cultural diversity and a strong community spirit.

A key asset is the Framingham Public School system, which is committed to equity, inclusion, and student success across its nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and Framingham High School. The district is recognized for its dual language programs, comprehensive special education services, and dedication to serving a diverse student population, preparing all learners for college and careers.

Framingham is also home to Framingham State University and offers abundant outdoor opportunities, including Cushing Memorial Park and Callahan State Park. With its blend of educational resources, accessibility, and dynamic community life, Framingham is a welcoming place to live and grow.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Massachusetts Teaching License In

• Severe Desabilities (All Levels) and SEI Endorsement; or
• Sever Disabilities (Grades PreK-2) and SEI Endorsement.

Training And Experience

Framingham Public Schools seeks candidates whose background, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of education.

• Educational Requirement: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field is required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Professional Experience: Proven track record of delivering high-quality behavior intervention and managing diverse, high-needs classroom environments. Experience in a sub-separate or specialized school district setting is required.
• Language Proficiency: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese is encouraged.

Skills And Ability

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Differentiated Instruction: Ability to design and implement specialized instructional interventions to meet the diverse needs of students with IEPs.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficiency in analyzing standardized and formative assessment data (e.g., MCAS, i-Ready, or unit assessments) to track student growth and adjust instructional delivery.
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Expertise in integrating SEL frameworks into daily routines to support the "whole child," fostering a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed classroom culture.
• Content Pedagogy & Foundational Skills: Deep pedagogical knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices within the subject area to ensure all students master core concepts and reach grade-level proficiency.
• Restorative Practices: Ability to utilize restorative justice and conflict transformation techniques to manage classroom behavior and resolve peer conflicts constructively.
• Curriculum Alignment: Skill in aligning daily lesson plans with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district-wide strategic goals.
• Adaptive Technology Integration: Mastery of instructional technology (Google Classroom, interactive whiteboards, and educational software) to enhance student engagement and accessibility.
• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work effectively within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and multidisciplinary teams (ESL, and Support staff) to support student success.
• Cultural Proficiency: Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in fostering an equitable and inclusive district environment for all staff, students, and families.
• Professionalism & Composure: Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; exhibit professionalism in responding to high-stakes or unpredictable classroom situations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

I. Planning, Preparation, and Instruction

• Provides direct and indirect research-based specialized instruction to address the goals and objectives within each student’s IEP.
• Employs various teaching techniques and principles of learning to enable students to meet IEP goals.
• Creates a positive learning experience using appropriate sources, including iPads.
• Provides instruction with measurable outcomes, making progress toward higher-order thinking skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of developmental levels by providing differentiated learning experiences.

II. IEP Development and Compliance

• Develops and implements annual IEP plans, including present levels of performance, goals, and required related services.
• Ensures compliance with IEPs and legal timelines; maintains accurate and complete student records.
• Conducts formal special education evaluations and reevaluations.
• Prepares required reports on children and activities as mandated by law and district policy.

III. Assessment and Data-Informed Practice

• Assesses