SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Schoolsofwestfield; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher for Westfield Intermediate School in Massachusetts. Responsibilities include planning studies, preparing IEPs, collaborating with related service providers, and implementing differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.

The position reports to school administration and requires MA certification in Moderate or Severe Disabilities, Orton Gillingham training, and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Certified or certifiable as a teacher of Moderate or Severe Disabilities in MA.
• Training in Orton Gillingham.
• Knowledge of multi-grade high school curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and staff leadership.
• Compliance with Federal and State SPED regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study meeting students' needs, interests and abilities.
• Prepare individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with school-based related service providers.
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and student needs.
• Assess student needs using standardized tools and informal assessments.
• Maintain records of re-evaluation periods and parent communication.
• Integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide differentiated instruction as needed.
• Follow school, district and department policies.
• Write quarterly progress reports and follow IEP goals.
• Supervise classroom paraprofessionals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Moderate/Severe Disabilities

Orton Gillingham

Multi-grade curriculum

Classroom management

SPED regulations

Job description

Westfield Public Schools Westfield Intermediate School - Westfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Job Details

Job ID: 5816910

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking additional qualified applicants for the following position:

RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of authorized administrators shall:

• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Prepare individualized education plans.
• Collaborate with school based related service providers.
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and student needs.
• Assess educational needs of students by use of standardized tools, running records and other informal assessments.
• Maintain complete records of re-evaluation periods, required student documentation and parent communication.
• Integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide differentiated instruction to students as needed.
• Implement school, district and department policies.
• Create and manage effective communication with parents of special education students.
• Create and follow goals and objectives for IEP’s, write quarterly progress reports and follow behavior plans with integrity.
• Follow the Westfield Public Schools code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans and supervises assignments for classroom paraprofessionals.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of schools and/or their designee.

REPORTS TO: This position subject to funding.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $49,564 to $99,440 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is generally conducted within school building. Ability to travel throughout the school building is necessary. Position involves sitting and the ability to travel from one place to another within the classroom. Work is light in nature with regular lifting of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds with some pulling and pushing or reaching above, generally of desk and file drawers. Frequent use of hands to operate keyboards and telephones and other office equipment and to finger and handle. QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Certified or certifiable as a teacher of Moderate or Severe Disabilities at the appropriate level, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
  • Training and experience in Orton Gillingham.
  • Knowledge of multi-grade high school curriculum.
  • Strong classroom management skills and ability to lead staff.
  • Those requirements as set forth under Federal and State Special Education Regulations.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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