Special Education Teacher – Moderate Disabilities (Inclusive)

Palmer-Public-Schools; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer Public Schools is seeking a Special Education (Substantially Separate) Teacher for Old Mill Pond Elementary School in Palmer, MA. The role involves direct instruction, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and heavy focus on IEP development and progress reporting.

The qualified candidate holds MA licensure for Moderate Disabilities (5-12) or equivalent, with strong classroom management, co-teaching, and data-driven planning skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• MA Licensure as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (5-12) required.
• Highly qualified in general curriculum.
• Experience with inclusive classrooms and co-teaching.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and state frameworks into local curricula.

Responsibilities

• Implement explicit instruction across content areas for designated students in an inclusion setting.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to provide comprehensive services.
• Maintain IEPs, progress reports, and participate in Annual Reviews.
• Use positive behavior support to create a motivating instructional environment.
• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction based on data.
• Coordinate schedules to meet IEP requirements.
• Attend meetings and participate in district initiatives.

Skills

Classroom management

Co-teaching

Instructional strategies

Differentiated instruction

Inclusion setting

Data-based decision making

Behavioral therapy techniques

Communication with families

Professional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

MA Licensure as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (5-12)

Job description

Palmer Public Schools is seeking a Special Education (Substantially Separate) Teacher for Old Mill Pond Elementary School in Palmer, MA. The role involves direct instruction, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and heavy focus on IEP development and progress reporting.

The qualified candidate holds MA licensure for Moderate Disabilities (5-12) or equivalent, with strong classroom management, co-teaching, and data-driven planning skills.