Special Education Teacher - Substantially Separate Classroom

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in New Bedford, Massachusetts is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a Substantially Separate Classroom. The role involves managing classroom activities, developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and collaborating with various educational staff.

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in special education or a related field, with certification as a Special Education teacher being essential. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a diverse educational community dedicated to inclusion and support for all students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in special education or related field.
• Certification as a Special Education teacher required.
• Knowledge in developmental disabilities is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom and implement Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals.
• Design motivating curriculum and assess student progress.
• Provide individual/group instruction through inclusion models.

Skills

Special Education knowledge

Curriculum design

Behavior management

Data collection systems

Assistive technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field

Certification as a Special Education teacher

Tools

Special education assessment tools

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Substantially Separate Classroom

Hayden-McFadden Elementary School, New Bedford, Massachusetts
Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Position

Special Education Teacher

Objective

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for day-to-day management of the classroom and provision of instruction, including development and implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals, assessment, and curriculum design. The teacher is also responsible for the supervision of classroom staff and ongoing parent contact. The teacher is expected to collaborate with general education/special education teachers to ensure student needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Design and carry out developmentally appropriate motivating curriculum/programming as warranted by IEP goals/MA curriculum framework
• Develop data collection systems using curriculum based and school wide progress monitoring tools to monitor progress towards goals and standards
• Implement behavior and incentive plans and maintain data to support children’s behavior and social emotional needs
• Guide classroom support staff in implementing activities that support children’s goals and other areas of need and in collecting data
• Provide direct individual and/or group instruction through inclusion and/or resource models
• Provide trans-disciplinary programming through consultation with professional and therapeutic staff
• Conduct thorough educational evaluations, developmental assessments, and/or progress monitoring necessary for quarterly progress reports, annual assessment and re-evaluations
• When scheduled, prepare MCAS alternate assessment on students assigned
• Provide assistance in ADLs for students as necessary
• Implement social skills training approaches and programs
• Utilize various techniques to provide sensory diets for students
• Initiate and support the use of assistive technology to provide access to the curriculum and to support communication as necessary
• Support the transition of students within the classroom and building by using positive behavior supports, visuals, and developmentally appropriate interventions
• Daily maintenance of supplies, equipment, and departmental space
• Organize daily schedule to meet caseload requirements and use indirect time appropriately
• Consult with staff in other discipline areas to improve programming
• Facilitate ongoing parent communication and encourage family involvement
• With the guidance of the team facilitator or Supervisor and in collaboration with required team members, develop appropriate individual IEPs consistent with District expectations and all applicable laws and regulations
• Participation in ongoing professional development in the Special Education Department and in your school(s) to support the implementation of School and District initiatives and goals
• Other duties as outlined by the Special Education Director or Designee

Qualifications

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in special education or related field
• Certification as a Special Education teacher
• Knowledge in the area of developmental disabilities
• Familiar with special education assessment tools
• Knowledge of curriculum design and development
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternative assessments
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing the provision of Special Education and the Special Education process

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: School Principal or designee
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract found here

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.