Special Education Teacher/Learning Specialist

Arlington Public Schools (MA); Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arlington Public Schools are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher/Learning Specialist to create an inclusive learning environment. This position requires planning instructional strategies and supporting diverse learners in both regular and special education classrooms. Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Special Education and relevant Massachusetts certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in Special Education preferred.
• Minimum of two years successful teaching experience.
• Ability to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to both general and special education students.
• Develop and modify curricula for special needs students.
• Monitor and consult with regular education staff about student progress.

Skills

Inclusivity

Collaboration

Curriculum Planning

Education

Master's Degree in Special Education

Massachusetts Certification in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher/Learning Specialist

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The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

Special Education Learning Specialist

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arlington, Ma 02476

Job Description

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/LEARNING SPECIALIST

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Special Education Preferred

Two or more years successful teaching experience in Special Education

Massachusetts Certification in Special Education (Moderate/Severe)

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinator & Building Principal

Job Goal

Responsible for planning instruction and/or curricula adaptations for included special needs students which allow students to meet high standards and success in typical settings.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to students, both within the regular education classroom and outside the regular education classroom. This includes planning and teaching along with the regular classroom teacher in an inclusive regular education setting.
• Plan and modify regular curriculum.
• Consult with regular education staff.
• Monitor student progress in regular education program.
• Develop IEP, determine goals and objectives.
• Prepare progress reports.
• Organize and chair team meetings and other meetings.
• Administer testing for evaluations and end of term/end of year reporting.
• Maintain contact with parents.
• Attend building learning team meetings.
• Direct the work of teaching assistants.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Building Principal and/or Special Education Administrator.
  
  

Full time, 183-day, School Year Position

Salary and Benefits are consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association.

The Salary Schedule is on our website. Salary placement is based on Education and Experience.

Arlington has a well-established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year. The first official work day in the 2025-2026 school year will be August 27, 2025. However, new staff are required to attend several days of orientation and training during the last two weeks of August.

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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