Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist

Northbridge Public Schools; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbridge Public Schools in Whitinsville, Massachusetts seeks a Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist to design and deliver engaging, needs-based reading instruction for multiple groups and individual students.

Applicants will use screening, progress monitoring, and diagnostic measures; collaborate with staff and families; maintain confidentiality; and participate in curriculum development and district programs to raise reading achievement.

Qualifications

• Dual licensure preferred: Special Education (Mild/Moderate disabilities) and Reading.
• Orton Gillingham Certification required.
• Master’s Degree in Education.
• Knowledge of reading/writing processes, literacy, assessments, standards, and differentiated instruction.
• At least three years of reading-related teaching experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging reading lessons for multiple groups and individuals.
• Administer screening, progress monitoring, and diagnostic measures.
• Use data to determine progress and plan targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers to interpret assessment data for grouping and instruction.
• Interpret diagnostic measures and tailor instruction accordingly.
• Support literacy improvement and professional growth among staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and communicate with families.
• Participate in curriculum development and district programs.

Skills

Reading instruction

Differentiated instruction

Assessment tools

Education

Master's Degree in Education

Orton Gillingham Certification

Job description

Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist

Northbridge Public Schools New Northbridge Elementary School - Whitinsville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5935821

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Create and implement engaging needs-based lessons for multiple reading groups and individual students
• Administer screening, progress monitoring, diagnostic and outcomes measures
• Work with teachers on the administration and interpretation of assessment data to determine adequate progress or those in need of interventions of varying intensity, as well as a grouping for small, needs-based groups, as part of differentiated core instruction
• Administer and interpret in-depth diagnostic measures or additional assessments commonly used in the school
• Assist in the analysis of school-wide literacy strengths and weaknesses and formulate plans to improve student achievement in reading and teaching effectiveness
• Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate the reading achievement of all students
• Collaborate with colleagues and the school community to enhance the teaching profession
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information for the purpose of protecting students, staff, parents, and the District
• Communicate with parents and school counselors regarding student progress
• Participate in curriculum and other programs within the school and/or on a district level
• Participate in faculty meetings and on committees
• May plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals and monitor standardized tests
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or necessary

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $56,177 to $100,275 Per Year

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Dual licensure preferred: Special Education (Mild/Moderate disabilities) and Reading.
• Orton Gillingham Certification required.
• 1.Masters Degree in Education
• 2.Knowledge of reading/writing process, literacy, current assessment tools, content learning standards, and differentiating instruction in reading at the middle school level.
• 3.Understanding of scientifically based reading research and evidence-based practices for teaching reading and assessing student progress toward achievement of benchmarks.
• 5.At least three years of teaching experience in reading-related area in the high school preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• George Ghitelman Spier
• 87 Linwood Avenue
• Whitinsville, Massachusetts 01588
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]