Special Education Teacher (K-8) - Extended School Year Services (ESY) [Summer 2026]

Malden Public Schools; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Malden Public Schools is offering ESY 2026 for Special Education teachers. This temporary program supports students with IEPs in structured ESY sessions, with a focus on differentiation and inclusive practices.

Positions are contingent upon enrollment and require attendance for all ESY sessions, including in-service days. Stipend is $40 per hour for 20 days of instruction plus three in-service hours.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Teacher Certification in Special Education.
• Successful teaching experience.
• Experience differentiating curriculum for sub-separate and inclusion classes.
• Ability to relate/communicate effectively with teachers, students, parents, and administrators.
• Commitment to being present for each ESY day.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement ESY Curriculum for students on IEPs.
• Complete planning logs and maintain attendance records.
• Keep folders/portfolios with student work.
• Perform related activities as required by the Program Coordinator.
• Develop Progress Reports at the end of the ESY Program.

Skills

MA Certification

Experience teaching

Curriculum differentiation

Stakeholder communication

ESY schedule commitment

Job description

ESY 2026

Special Education Teacher

(20 positions total)

(position contingent upon enrollment)

Qualifications (Required):

1. Valid Massachusetts Teacher Certification in the respective content area of Special Education.
2. Successful teaching experience.
3. Experience modifying and differentiating curriculum students within sub-separate and inclusion classes.
4. Ability to relate /communicate effectively with teachers, students, parents, and administrators.
5. Teachers must commit to being present for each day of the program. See dates below for more info.

Qualifications (Preferred):

1. Experience working in the Malden Public Schools.
2. SEI Endorsement.
3. License in Moderate Special Education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Plan and implement ESY Curriculum for students on IEP’s.
2. Complete planning logs for each session and maintain student attendance records.
3. Keep folders/portfolios with student work.
4. Perform other related activities as required by the Program Coordinator.
5. Develop Progress Reports at the end of the ESY Program.

Duration:

• Program Administration and Implementation 103 hours total to include the following:
• Professional In-service Days (Date TBD 3 hours).
• 20 days, Monday-Thursday, from July 6 – August 6 (7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.).

Stipend:

$40 an hour, $4,120 total (20 days/5 hrs + 1 inservice at 3 hours)

Funding Source:

Special Education

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Please note: All positions are contingent upon student enrollment for summer programming.