Special Education Teacher - Elementary

Avery Elementary School; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Elementary School in Dedham, MA seeks an Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. A MA Special Education license is required; dual certifications and prior classroom experience are preferred.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering instruction, differentiating for learners, and collaborating with SPED and general education teams to support student growth across the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Special Education Certification and Licensure.
• Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Experience with students with LDs and executive functioning challenges.
• Specialized reading training is preferred (Wilson Reading / Orton-Gillingham).
• Knowledge of state and federal special education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instructional activities aligned with the District curriculum.
• Establish clear objectives for learning activities and monitor progress.
• Use technology to support instruction and document student progress.
• Collaborate with Special Education and Regular Education staff.
• Maintain records and prepare required reports.

Skills

Strong behavior management

Collaborative teamwork

Organizational skills

Communication with families

Education

Massachusetts Special Education Certification

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Wilson Reading

Orton-Gillingham training

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 4762967
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Dedham Public Schools is looking for a talented educator to fill an Elementary Special Education position for the 2026-2027 school year.

Candidates must hold a Massachusetts Special Education License (Moderate and/or Severe). Dual certifications and prior classroom experience preferred.

Responsibilities include:

• plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences through the District curriculum
• establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• use relevant technology to support instruction
• observe and evaluate student performance and development
• provide appropriate feedback on work
• encourage and monitor the progress of individual students
• maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development
• prepare required reports on students and activities
• manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings
• communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• collaborate with Special Education and Regular Education support staff

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Massachusetts Special Education Certification and Licensure
• Experience with students with Language-based Learning disabilities, Specific Learning Disabilities and Executive Functioning challenges
• Specialized reading training preffered- (Wilson Reading /Orton-Gillingham)
• Successful completion of QBS/SafetyCare training preferred.

• Successful experience as a special educator including performing assessments using a variety of standardized protocols.
• Knowledge of state and federal special education regulations.
• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, colleagues, parents/guardians, and others in the delivery of effective services.
• Strong behavior management skills

Position Type: Full Time/School Year
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Elizabeth Simone
• 100 Whiting Avenue
• Dedham, Massachusetts 02026
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]