Special Education Teacher - (2026-2027)

Anova Education; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Baystate Academy Charter Public School seeks a dynamic Special Education teacher to address the needs of students with IEPs in an inclusive classroom through collaboration with general education teachers. The role involves differentiating instruction and developing IEPs to support student growth.

Responsibilities include data-driven planning, family communication, and leadership in grade-level teams. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with emphasis on professional development and

Qualifications

• Possess MA Special Education licensure or eligibility.
• Two years of professional training/experience with special education students.
• Knowledge of IDEA and MA Special Education laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver specialized instruction to meet grade-level targets and personal goals.
• Modify assessments and classwork for students with special needs.
• Assess progress against IEP goals and use data to plan instruction.
• Communicate with families regarding service delivery and progress.
• Develop IEPs for students with disabilities.
• Maintain up-to-date student records and progress notes.
• Participate on the intervention referral team.
• Lead weekly check-ins with grade-level team to review progress.
• Assist teachers in writing Present Levels of Performance.
• Provide professional development on special education topics.
• Attend staff meetings and governance activities.
• Foster restorative problem resolution with students/parents.
• Engage with school/community needs and initiate related activities.
• May perform other duties as directed by the principal.

Skills

Special education teaching

Collaborative teaching

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

MA Special Education licensure

Job description

BACPS is seeking a dynamic, talented, and dedicated Special Education teacher who will address the needs of students with IEPs in an inclusive classroom setting through collaborative teaching with general education content area teachers. The Special Education teacher will work to differentiate instruction for students with special needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver specialized instruction in the classroom during academic periods designed to help students meet grade-level learning targets and achieve personal learning goals
• Modify assessments and classwork for students with special needs
• Assess student progress against IEP goals and use data to plan for instruction
• Communicate with families regarding service delivery and progress
• Develop IEPs for special education students
• Ensure the records for each identified student are up to date and well-organized and contain necessary progress notes and assessments
• Participate as part of the student intervention referral team
• Lead a weekly “check-in” time with the grade-level teaching team to review student progress
• Assist teachers in writing Present Levels of Performance for individual students with special needs
• Provide professional development on a variety of special education topics
• Participate in all professional development activities
• Participate in all staff meetings including school governance
• Facilitate and mediate a positive and restorative resolution of problems that might arise with students and/or parents
• Demonstrates awareness of school/community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs
• May perform other projects and duties as directed by the principal

Education/ Experience/ Skills

• Possess or be eligible to obtain valid MA Special Education Teaching licensure.
• At least two years of professional training and/or experience with special education students.
• Knowledge of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and MA State Special Education laws and regulations.
• Ability to provide consultation and screening to determine eligibility for special education services.
• Knowledge of resources available to parents of special education students.
• Ability to provide in-service training, including curriculum resources to staff.
• Knowledge of IEP process
• Ability to monitor and evaluate pupil progress by observation and informal assessment.
• Experience and commitment to working collaboratively with staff, parents, and the community.
• Experience in the design and implementation of behavioral strategies and plans.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet program objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual English/ Spanish desired.

Baystate Academy Charter Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and gender identity.

Compensation:Competitive Salary and benefits package is offered to all candidates.

Additional Compensation to be determined:

• SPED MTEL Preparation Course