Special Education Teacher Middle School

South Shore Charter Public School; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Charter Public School in Norwell, MA is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the Middle School to provide instruction and support to students needing learning services. The role reports to the Director of Student Services and the Special Education Coordinator.

The 100% FTE position requires Massachusetts credentials for teachers of students with disabilities and a bachelor degree; duties include collaboration with general education staff, IEP responsibilities, meetings, and data

Qualifications

• Massachusetts credentials for teachers of students with disabilities or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree required; licensure in special education preferred.
• Candidates must pass Criminal History Checks.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Must hold one of the licenses listed for special education teachers.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and support for middle school students requiring learning services.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff.
• Maintain IEP documentation and progress data.
• Attend IEP/504, level/department meetings and parent conferences.
• Monitor student accommodations and modifications.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

IEP knowledge

Universal design

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

South Shore Charter Public School South Shore Charter Public School Middle School - Norwell, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Special Education Teacher Middle School

South Shore Charter Public School South Shore Charter Public School Middle School - Norwell, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959516

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 1, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary: Learning Services (Special Education) Middle School Teacher

The role of a Learning Services (Sped) Teacher is to provide instruction and support to students that are in need of learning services in Middle School. They must also act as a liaison to the student’s primary teachers and other support staff.

Reports to:

• Director of Student Services
• Special Education Coordinator

100% FTE (40 hours per week)

General Responsibilities

• Support the diversity of the student population through cultural and family engagement and the inclusion of diverse learners throughout the school.
• Support the philosophy and mission of the school.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of students learning style, curriculum modification, differentiated instruction, and universal design for learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to see all students as part of a single team and values the importance of cultivation of school culture and respectful interactions.

Professional Expectations

• Works towards self-improvement and advancement.
• Meets all requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regarding credentials for teachers of students with disabilities in Massachusetts public charter schools.
• Learning Services (LS) teachers are expected to meet the professional expectations as outlined in the Employee Guidelines and appointment letter.
• Learning Services teachers are expected to review, understand, and implement the Learning Services Policy and Procedure manual.

Professional Duties and Responsibilities

• Attendance is expected as requested of the following:
  • Faculty meetings
  • Level/department meetings
  • IEP/504 meetings
  • Parent teacher conferences
  • School sponsored professional development
• LS teachers are expected to engage in other supervisory duties as requested by the Level Coordinator or Administrative Team.
• LS teachers aid in the supervision of students at all times.

Responsibilities as a Learning Services Liaison

The learning services department at South Shore Charter Public School is committed to provide the best possible educational environment for all students. As a policy, each child on an Individual Education Program is assigned a Learning Services (LS) Liaison. Below is a list of the responsibilities of a LS Liaison:

• Share and review the current IEP with any general education teachers, teachers of specials or any other educational personnel that work with the student. Provide updates to current IEP as needed.
• Act as a point person for other educational personnel to go to for questions and concerns.
• Chair annual review team meetings for students.
• Complete any educational testing for students.
• Attend three-year reevaluation meetings and assist School Psychologist or Director of Learning Service in chairing the meeting.
• Inputting IEPs, and all supporting documentation. Monitoring the completion of goals and additional information inputted by other service providers.
• Share the responsibility with the Director of Student Services in providing guidance to 1:1 aides. Liaison will guide the aide in terms of what they should be doing in class (i.e., data collection, behavior plans, academic support)
• Monitor implementation of IEP. This includes:
  • Checking regularly that students are receiving necessary accommodations & modifications.
  • Work with other LS providers to monitor use of technology or tools outlined in student’s IEP.
  • Keep data to accurately respond to a student's goals.
  • Complete progress reports.
• Communicate with parents of students as needed. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Weekly check-ins (per IEP).
  • Responding to questions or concerns.
  • Daily behavior or communication logs (per IEP).
  • Monitoring progress of student’s grades. Keeping track of how they are doing academically and behaviorally.

SSCPS is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $57,741 to $105,768 Per Year

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the South Shore Charter Public School to maintain an environment that is conducive to learning, working, is peaceful, and respects the dignity of all persons. The South Shore Charter Public School does not discriminate, exclude from participation, deny benefits, nor access to programs or facilities based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or disability, housing status, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, political affiliation, citizenship status, veteran status, homelessness, or English language proficiency in all aspects of employment and education including the selection of students or staff as defined and required by federal and state laws. The South Shore Charter Public School and all its programs are fully accessible to all students who can be served by our nurturing, project-based, volunteer-intensive, technology-dependent, and college preparatory academic program environment. The South Shore Charter Public School actively seeks a staff that fully reflects the diversity of our society. The South Shore Charter Public School actively seeks partner organizations, which will assist in helping to diversify our student and staff population.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must pass all Criminal History Checks.
  Bachelor Degree
• Teachers are required to hold one of the following licenses:
  
  • Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK–8 or 5–12, level depending on grade(s) taught or
  • Special Needs PreK–9, N–9 and 5–12, level depends on teaching license and grades taught or
  • Teacher of Special Schools and Classes K–12
  • or
  • Special education license or equivalent issued by another state or
  • Documented completion of approved undergraduate or graduate program in special education
  If a teacher does not hold any of the qualifications above, the teacher may only deliver specialized instruction if:
  
  • The teacher is under the direct supervision and oversight* of an educator who holds an initial or professional special education license, or is otherwise qualified as per above; and must pass the following MTEL's within the first year of employment: Communication & Literacy Skills Test and MTEL subject area tests.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Michelle Gallagher , Special Education Coordinator
• 700 Longwater Drive
• Norwell, Massachusetts 02061
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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