Special Education Teacher

Onward Education; Lakeville (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Access to a wide network of schools &

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Personalized recruiting support

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education in Lakeville, Massachusetts is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support inclusion (co-taught) classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site, contract role partners you with a collaborative teaching team to help students access grade-level content.

The position runs from August 24, 2026 to June 17, 2027 with a standard school schedule. Licensure in special education and experience in inclusive settings are preferred, with a focus on accommodations.

Qualifications

• Special education licensure or certification required where applicable.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities in an inclusion or co-taught classroom setting.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with general education teachers and staff.
• Strong skill in providing classroom-based accommodations and modifications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a general education teacher or support staff to co-plan and co-deliver instruction in an inclusion classroom.
• Provide accommodations and instructional modifications to help students with disabilities access grade-level learning.
• Support students in participating in the general education curriculum with appropriate academic and behavioral scaffolds.
• Promote inclusive classroom practices that encourage peer interaction and a sense of belonging for all learners.
• Align instructional support to student needs so they can engage meaningfully alongside their general education peers.

Skills

Co-teaching

Accommodations

Collaborative planning

Student support

Education

Special education licensure or certification

Job description

Join our client as a Special Education Teacher supporting Inclusion (co-taught) classrooms for the 2026-2027 school year in Lakeville, Massachusetts. This on-site, contract opportunity offers a school-based setting where students with disabilities learn alongside their general education peers with the support of a collaborative teaching team.

Position Details: Special Education Teacher
Start Date: 08/24/2026
End Date: 06/17/2027
Schedule: 7:05-1:58 Monday through Friday
Grade Levels: Grade 10
Location: On-Site,
School Year: 2026-2027

Special Education Teacher Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a general education teacher or support staff to co-plan and co-deliver instruction in an inclusion classroom.
• Provide accommodations and instructional modifications to help students with disabilities access grade-level learning.
• Support students in participating in the general education curriculum with appropriate academic and behavioral scaffolds.
• Promote inclusive classroom practices that encourage peer interaction and a sense of belonging for all learners.
• Align instructional support to student needs so they can engage meaningfully alongside their general education peers.

Special Education Teacher Qualifications:

• Special education teaching licensure or certification required where applicable.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities in an inclusion or co-taught classroom setting.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers and classroom support staff.
• Strong skill in providing classroom-based accommodations and modifications tied to student needs.
• Ability to support students' access to the general education curriculum within a standard classroom environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.