Special Education Teacher-Elementary

Bowen Elementary School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowen Elementary School in Newton, MA, is seeking a Special Education Teacher-Elementary to provide an appropriate educational program for elementary students with special needs. The teacher may serve as a case manager, co-teach in a regular education department, or teach a substantially separate class, while supporting IEP goals and collaborating with parents and staff.

The role requires DESE licensure, experience with IEPs, knowledge of various disabilities, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Must hold DESE licensure.
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process.
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology effectively.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential, including minority and low socio-economic students.

Responsibilities

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access curriculum.
• Conduct IEP meetings and complete all related paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress.
• Co-teach in regular education content area, or teach substantially separate subject.
• Prepare students for transition to post-high school life.
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents.
• Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings.
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students.
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Skills

IEP process

Communication

Disabilities knowledge

Technology use

Classroom management

Equity & inclusion

Education

DESE licensure

Master's degree

Job description

Special Education Teacher-Elementary

Newton Public Schools Bowen Elementary School - Newton, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5717148

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism anda nondiscrimination policyfor students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher provides an appropriate educational program forelementary school students with special needs. This teacher may act as a case manager for a group of students, co-teach in a regular education department, teach a substantially separate subject area class, and support student acquisition of skills related to IEP goals. The teacher is also expected to maintain open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, as well as contribute to the regular functioning and development of the Special Education Department, and fulfill other responsibilities as a member of the broader school community.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential, including minority and low socio-economic students

Desired Qualifications:

• Additionally licensed in a regular education content area (Science, History, Math, English)

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access curriculum
• Conduct IEP meetings and complete all related paperwork in a timely fashion
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress
• Co-teach in regular education content area, or teach substantially separate subject
• Prepare students for transition to post-high school life
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents
• Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

• Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. Must be able to assist with student behavioral needs as necessary, including responding to students who are physically unsafe, using physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process, and moving furniture in response to a crisis situation.
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lindsey Mueller
• Newton Public Schools - Ed Center
• Email: [e-mail]