Special Education Teacher

Hingham Public Schools; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hingham Public Schools in Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education teacher to provide academic support in general education classrooms, deliver specialized instruction for small groups and individuals, and conduct academic testing as required.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Special Education and a Massachusetts teaching license. You will collaborate with families, specialists, and staff to support IEP goals and foster inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education required or Master’s degree preferred.
• Massachusetts Teaching License in Special Education required.
• Fully licensed and Highly Qualified for the role; US work authorization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to use technology effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for initial and reevaluations.
• Schedule, prepare, and attend TEAM meetings for referred and caseload students.
• Provide special education services to meet IEP goals.
• Collaborate with general education staff on accommodations and modifications.
• Apply inclusive practices and Universal Design for Learning.
• Assist with MCAS administration as needed.
• Maintain ongoing two-way communication with families.
• Collaborate with specialists and school teams on curriculum planning.
• Contribute to an equitable and inclusive learning environment.
• Communicate with colleagues to positively influence school culture.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Technology proficiency

Work authorization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Master's degree in Special Education (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

Hingham Public Schools is a community-focused district located in Hingham, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing high-quality education to all students. The district values inclusive practices and aims to support learners with diverse needs in safe, supportive, and engaging school environments. Educators collaborate closely with families, specialists, and administrators to foster academic, social, and emotional growth. Additional information about the district, its schools, and employment opportunities can be found at hinghamschools.org/employment.

Job Summary

The Special Education teacher will provide academic support in the general education classrooms, specialized instruction for small groups and individuals, and academic testing as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s degree (preferred) in Special Education.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Special Education.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified. ? Current authorization to work in the United States
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to use technology effectively.
• Current authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for initial and revaluations.
• Schedule, prepare, and attend TEAM meetings for newly referred and caseload students.
• Provide special education services to meet the goals of student’s IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education staff around appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices and Universal Design for Learning.
• Assist with administration of MCAS.
• Provide ongoing two-way communication with families.
• Regularly collaborate and plan with specialists, department, and school-wide teams on curriculum.
• Provide an equitable and inclusive learning environment that is responsive to all learners and their families.
• Collaborate and communicate with all colleagues to positively contribute to the school culture.
• Responsible for other job-related duties as needed.

Benefits Information

Please see this link for information on benefits in the Hingham Public Schools

Employment

Long term assignment.Salary will be in accordance withthe Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Hingham Public Schools does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race (race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles), color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, foster care status, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, socio-economic status, language acquisition status, or any other category protected by state or federal law in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs and activities.