Special Education Teacher ELA and/or Reading-Bonus Eligible

The Home for Little Wanderers; Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join their team in Walpole. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students with diverse learning needs. You will collaborate with fellow educators to enhance literacy and implement individualized educational programs tailored to each child's unique requirements. The position includes a generous sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and ample time off. If you are passionate about fostering educational growth and supporting special needs students, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous time off including 11 holidays

Health and Dental Insurance

Extensive training for new staff

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employer paid Disability Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred. Experience in education is highly desirable.
• Massachusetts Educator Licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing IEPs for students, including lesson plans.
• Implement behavioral management programs and maintain a safe classroom environment.
• Communicate with families and involve them in the educational program.

Skills

Special Education

Reading Instruction

Behavioral Management

Collaboration

Crisis Intervention

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet Explorer

Job description

Special Education Teacher ELA and/or Reading-Bonus Eligible

Job Category: Educational

Requisition Number: SPECI006518

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• Posted: April 9, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

Walpole, MA 02081, USA

Description

This position is eligible for a $5000 sign-on bonus!

Clifford Academy, a school within the Home for Little Wanderers, is seeking an on-site SPED certified teacher with a background in ELA. Certified reading specialists are also encouraged to apply for this position. While full-time applicants are preferred, Clifford will consider applicants with modified and/or part-time requirements. The role requires collaboration with the current ELA educator to support literacy improvement in the Clifford student population. Ideal applicants are flexible in co-teaching as well as working individually with students.

Under the direction of the Principal, participate in the implementation of individualized educational programs for special needs children at varying academic levels; behavioral management and related crisis intervention activities in the classroom; multi-disciplinary treatment team activities; and preparation of related reports and documentation, including Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

How You'll Be Making a Difference

• Assist in planning and implementing of IEPs for assigned students including curriculum and specific lesson plans consistent with broad educational guidelines of the agency. Research and collect educational resource materials, and provide individualized academic instruction to students of wide-ranging academic performance.
• Implement behavioral management program within the classroom. Maintain current knowledge of the facility/agency’s behavior management principles, system, and procedures, including TCI training. Participate in application of the system in the classroom including crisis intervention, use of restraints when required, processing with students during incidents and teaching and modeling of social and emotional skills and growth.
• Participate as a member of student/client multi-disciplinary teams, provide information regarding the student’s progress in an educational setting and receive multi-disciplinary advice and guidance to facilitate achievement of treatment, behavioral and educational goals. Meet and maintain liaison with collateral staff as required and serve as student advocate.
• Participate in a variety of meetings, conferences and workshops, and prepare a variety of reports and records, including IEPs, client notes, conference reports, documentation forms, report cards and related comments, etc.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, orderly and neat classroom environment.
• Provide monitoring and coverage as needed in the program, which may include monitoring of lunch, recess, halls, and/or chaperoning on field trips, etc.
• May serve on department, facility, or agency committees as appropriate.
• Communicate with and involve families in the educational program of each child; assist in the implementation of appropriate family activities in the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and knowledge in reading field/ELA
• Master's Degree in Education or a related field
• Previous experience working in education and/or with program specific population of students highly desirable
• Massachusetts Educator Licensure required
• Computer literate including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer with the ability to learn new software applications

What The Home Can Offer You

In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous time off including 11 holidays
• Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
• Extensive training to new staff
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• And more!

We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.

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