Special Education Teacher - Leave Coverage SY 26-27

Cotting School, Inc.; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotting School in Lexington, MA seeks a Building Substitute Teacher to provide classroom coverage and instructional support across classrooms for students with disabilities. You will collaborate with teachers, aides, and therapists to maintain consistent instruction, routines, and a positive learning environment.

Daily assignments vary, including covering classrooms during teacher absences, delivering instruction from established plans, supporting student goals, and assisting with transitions

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom coverage during teacher absences and support classrooms throughout the school as assigned.
• Deliver instruction using established lesson plans, curriculum, and student goals, adapting activities and materials to meet individual learning and communication needs.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and structured classroom environment that promotes student engagement, participation, and independence.
• Follow students’ individualized education programs and established support plans, with guidance from classroom staff and service providers.
• Collaborate with classroom assistants, therapists, and other team members to support continuity of instruction and care.
• Support students throughout the school day, including classroom activities, transitions, community trips, and personal care routines as needed and in accordance with training.
• Communicate relevant observations and updates to classroom teachers and appropriate staff, including student progress, challenges, and any concerns.
• Respond flexibly to changing assignments and priorities, building positive relationships with students and staff across classrooms.
• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, patience, respect, and enthusiasm for student learning.

Job description

Building Substitute Teacher

Imagine arriving at work each day amid a sea of smiling faces. At Cotting School, our students’ tenacity and enthusiasm for learning are matched by our staff’s dedication to their success. You’ll join a welcoming, collaborative community of talented professionals who help students with disabilities learn, grow, and achieve their goals.

Every day brings new opportunities. You may support students during an academic lesson, accompany a classroom on a community trip, or help a student practice a skill they’ve been working hard to master. Whatever the assignment, your flexibility, encouragement, and care will make a meaningful difference.

Position Summary

The Building Substitute Teacher provides classroom coverage and instructional support across Cotting School. This role is ideal for a flexible, dependable educator who enjoys working with a variety of students and classroom teams.

Working closely with teachers, classroom assistants, therapists, and other staff, the Building Substitute helps maintain consistent instruction, familiar routines, and a safe, positive learning environment. Daily assignments may vary based on student and school needs.

Primary Duties

• Provide classroom coverage during teacher absences and support classrooms throughout the school as assigned.


• Deliver instruction using established lesson plans, curriculum, and student goals, adapting activities and materials to meet individual learning and communication needs.


• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and structured classroom environment that promotes student engagement, participation, and independence.


• Follow students’ individualized education programs and established support plans, with guidance from classroom staff and service providers.


• Collaborate with classroom assistants, therapists, and other team members to support continuity of instruction and care.


• Support students throughout the school day, including classroom activities, transitions, community trips, and personal care routines as needed and in accordance with training.


• Communicate relevant observations and updates to classroom teachers and appropriate staff, including student progress, challenges, and any concerns.


• Respond flexibly to changing assignments and priorities, building positive relationships with students and staff across classrooms.


• Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, patience, respect, and enthusiasm for student learning.