Special Education Teacher Grades 3-5 Long Term Substitute

Somerset-Berkley-and-Somerset-Public-School; Somerset (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for grades 3-5 as a long-term substitute at South Elementary School in Somerset, Massachusetts. The teacher designs individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals and Massachusetts standards to support academic and social-emotional growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and school staff, ongoing assessment, and flexible teaching strategies to meet diverse learner needs in a responsive educational

Qualifications

• MA Educator License for students with disabilities required.
• Experience with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS/MCAS Alternate preferred.
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis and Discrete Trial instruction encouraged.
• Willingness to pursue advanced special education training as directed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individually designed instruction to progress toward IEP goals.
• Plan and assess curriculum for students with disabilities and adjust as needed.
• Create a positive classroom environment and promote student engagement.
• Deliver instruction using varied strategies and technology to support learning.
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and the Principal or Director of Special Education.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Assessment planning

Behavior support knowledge

Parental communication

Education

MA Educator License, Teacher of Students w/ Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teacher Grades 3-5 Long Term Substitute

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools South Elementary School - Somerset, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Special Education Teacher Grades 3-5 Long Term Substitute

Somerset Berkley and Somerset Public Schools South Elementary School - Somerset, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5948619
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB GOAL: To provide each student with the individually designed instruction he/or she requires to progress toward the educational and social-emotional goals established within each individual’s education program.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

I.Demonstrates a solid understanding of the curriculum.

A.Demonstrates a working knowledge of the core curriculum for Special Education in alignment with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks

B.Frames curriculum around key learning standards/concepts in the key content areas that provide opportunities for students with disabilities to demonstrate reasoning, logic, analysis and synthesis when planning units, lessons, and assessments.

C.Keeps current in the various curricular and special education fields and applies that knowledge to the instructional program.

D.Contributes to the ongoing evaluation of the curriculum.

E.Ability to modify the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks to meet students’ instructional levels

II. Conducts effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction

A. Effectively plans instruction and assessment for students with disabilities and monitors each student’s understanding of the curriculum. Adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.

III.Manages the classroom environment and creates an atmosphere that is positive for student learning and involvement.

IV. Delivers instruction effectively.

A. The teacher makes learning goals of clear to students and uses appropriate instructional techniques.

B. The teacher uses a variety of teaching strategies, including cooperative, peer and project-based learning; audio-visual presentations, lecture, discussions and inquiry, practice and application; and the teaching of others.

C.The teacher uses questioning techniques appropriate to student’s ability.

D. The teacher evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.

V. Promotes and communicates high standards and expectations for student achievement.

VI. Promotes equity and appreciation of diversity and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.

A.The teacher demonstrates an appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals.

VII. Fulfills all professional responsibilities

A. Cooperates in interactions with parents and receptive to their contributions.

B. Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district.

C.Exercises reflection on teaching and education and embraces the concept of continuous learning.

VIII.Completes any other duty or assignments as directed by the Principal or Director of Special Education.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Welcome to South Elementary School

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Somerset Public Schools/Somerset Berkley Regional School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The School Districts provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin or any other category protected by state or federal laws in the administration of its educational and employment policies, or in its programs or activities.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:MA Educator License, Teacher of Students w/ Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8
  OR
  MA Educator License, Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities, All
  
  Experience as a teacher of students with disabilities (preferably Autism Spectrum
  Disorder) in a substantially separate setting
  
  Experience or knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and
  MCAS/MCAS Alternate
  
  Knowledge and experience with Applied Behavioral Analysis and Discrete Trial instruction
  
  Willingness to pursue advanced special education training as directed by the Director of Special Education and Principal.
  
  
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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