Special Education Teacher - Pelham Elementary School

Pelham Elementary; Pelham (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Pelham Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Special Education Teacher to join Pelham Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year. The teacher will provide specialized instruction and manage IEPs for students with disabilities.

The role requires collaboration with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and the Principal to ensure access to the curriculum and supports for academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Massachusetts license in Moderate Disabilities, PreK–8, or other appropriate license.
• SHELTERED English Immersion endorsement or ability to obtain it in time.
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations.
• Experience developing and implementing standards-aligned IEPs.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in inclusive, small-group, and individual settings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs reflecting students' strengths and needs.
• Serve as case manager for assigned students and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction and support curriculum access.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor progress and adjust interventions.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings and student-support planning.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding progress and programming.
• Coordinate services with related service providers and outside agencies.
• Support positive behavioral interventions and inclusive practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Case management

Differentiated instruction

IEP development

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in special education

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Pelham Elementary School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897854

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Special Education Teacher

Pelham Elementary School | 2026–2027 School Year

Pelham Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified and collaborative Special Education Teacher to join the dedicated team at Pelham Elementary School. Pelham Elementary is a small, close-knit school community committed to providing an inclusive, supportive, and academically engaging learning environment in which every student is known, valued, and supported.

The Special Education Teacher will provide specialized instruction and case management services to students with disabilities in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The successful candidate will work closely with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and school Principal to ensure students have meaningful access to the curriculum and receive the academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and functional supports necessary for success.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in inclusive, small-group, and individual settings.


• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs that reflect students’ individual strengths and needs.


• Serve as case manager for assigned students and maintain accurate and timely special education documentation.


• Collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction, provide accommodations and modifications, and support students’ access to the general education curriculum.


• Collect and analyze academic, behavioral, and social-emotional data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction and interventions.


• Participate in IEP Team meetings, student-support meetings, and other collaborative planning processes.


• Communicate regularly and respectfully with families regarding student progress, needs, and programming.


• Coordinate services with related service providers, specialists, paraeducators, and outside agencies, as appropriate.


• Support the implementation of positive behavioral interventions and inclusive classroom practices.


• Supervise and provide instructional guidance to paraeducators assigned to support students.


• Administer assessments and prepare progress reports in accordance with state and federal requirements.


• Maintain compliance with applicable special education laws, regulations, district procedures, and timelines.


• Participate in professional learning, faculty meetings, and schoolwide initiatives.


• Contribute to a welcoming school culture that centers student learning, well-being, inclusion, and belonging.


• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or Director of Student Services.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.


• Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license in Moderate Disabilities, PreK–8, or another license appropriate for the assignment.


• Sheltered English Immersion endorsement or the ability to obtain it within the required timeframe.


• Knowledge of federal and Massachusetts special education laws and regulations.


• Experience developing and implementing standards-aligned IEPs.


• Ability to provide differentiated, evidence-based instruction to students with diverse learning needs.


• Strong collaboration, communication, organization, and case-management skills.


• Commitment to culturally responsive, inclusive, and student-centered educational practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in special education or a related field.


• Previous experience teaching students with disabilities in an elementary school setting.


• Experience with inclusive practices, co-teaching, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, and positive behavioral interventions.


• Experience collaborating with paraeducators, related service providers, and multidisciplinary teams.


• Familiarity with special education data systems and progress-monitoring tools.

Compensation

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Placement on the salary schedule will be based on relevant education and experience.

Pelham Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive educational and working environment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of the students and communities we serve.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $51,302 to $105,158 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Damany Gordon


• 170 Chestnut Street


• Human Resources


• Amherst, Massachusetts 01002


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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