Special Education Teacher at Central Middle School

Stoneham Central Middle School; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoneham Central Middle School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the RISE program serving students with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities. The role involves delivering intensive, evidence-based instruction and adapting curricula to support IEP goals in a structured, supportive environment.

The successful candidate will collaborate with BCBAs, speech, OT, and general education staff to design inclusive experiences and progress toward individualized outcomes.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Severe Disabilities or Moderate Disabilities.
• Master's degree in Special Education preferred.
• Experience with ASD, Intellectual Disabilities, and complex learning needs.
• Knowledge of ABA principles and practices.
• Experience with educational assessments and data interpretation.
• Familiarity with AAC systems and augmentative communication.

Responsibilities

• Design individualized, standards-based instruction aligned with IEP goals.
• Deliver intensive instruction across academic, functional, social-emotional, and living skills.
• Use evidence-based practices for ASD/Intellectual Disabilities.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner profiles.
• Collaborate with general education staff and related service providers.
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction based on data.

Skills

Special Education

Autism ASD

Collaboration

Data-driven instruction

Behavior supports

Education

Massachusetts DESE licensure

Master's in Special Education

Tools

AAC systems

Job description

Special Education Teacher at Central Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978534

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Middle School Special Education Teacher for our Autism and Intellectual Impairment Program - RISE Program

Central Middle School – Stoneham Public Schools

Stoneham Public Schools is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and collaborative Special Education Teacher to work with middle school students whose primary educational services are delivered within the RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Environments) Program at Central Middle School.

The RISE Program serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Impairments, and related developmental disabilities who require highly specialized instruction, structured learning environments, individualized supports, and intensive programming to access the curriculum and make meaningful progress toward their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals.

The successful candidate will possess expertise in specialized instructional methodologies, curriculum modification, assessment practices, behavioral supports, and evidence-based interventions designed to meet the diverse academic, social-emotional, communication, adaptive, and behavioral needs of students with significant disabilities.

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction and Program Development

• Design and implement individualized, standards-based instruction aligned with students' IEP goals and objectives.
• Deliver intensive specialized instruction in academic, functional, social-emotional, communication, adaptive living, and executive functioning skill areas.
• Utilize evidence-based practices for students with ASD and Intellectual Disabilities, including visual supports, structured teaching, task analysis, systematic instruction, prompting hierarchies, reinforcement systems, and social skills instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning profiles and support student engagement and independence.
• Develop and adapt curriculum materials to ensure accessibility and meaningful participation in learning activities.
• Foster the development of self-advocacy, self-regulation, communication, and independent living skills.

Assessment and Progress Monitoring

• Collect, analyze, and maintain data on student performance and progress toward IEP goals.
• Monitor student growth and adjust instructional strategies based on data-driven decision-making.
• Conduct educational assessments for initial evaluations, reevaluations, and annual reviews.
• Interpret assessment results and prepare comprehensive written evaluation reports and progress summaries.
• Present assessment findings and educational recommendations to families and team members.

Behavioral and Social-Emotional Support

• Implement individualized behavior support plans.
• Collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and related service providers to address behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• Support students in developing appropriate social interaction, emotional regulation, and coping skills.
• Maintain a structured, predictable, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student success and safety.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Collaborate closely with general education teachers to facilitate inclusion opportunities and access to the curriculum.
• Consult regularly with related service providers, school adjustment counselors, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, BCBAs, and paraprofessionals.
• Participate actively in IEP meetings, student support meetings, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide training, guidance, and supervision to classroom support personnel regarding instructional and behavioral strategies.
• Maintain positive and productive communication with caregivers regarding student progress and programming.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Severe Disabilities (Moderate/Severe Special Needs), PreK–8 or 5–12 or DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities, PreK–8 or 5–12.
• Master's degree in Special Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and complex learning needs.
• Knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices for students with ASD and developmental disabilities, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and practices.
• Experience conducting educational assessments and interpreting assessment data.
• Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.
• Knowledge functional life skills instruction.
• Experience implementing structured teaching methodologies and visual support systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive educational practices and student-centered programming.
• Familiarity with positive behavior support systems and behavioral data collection.
• Strong collaboration, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Effective July 1, 2026 through June 30,2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sarah O'Leary , Director of Special Education
• Stoneham Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]