{Summer 2025} (ESY) Special Education Teacher-SUBSTITUTE

Holyoke Public Schools; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher Substitute for their Extended School Year (ESY) Program. This role is crucial for providing specialized instruction to students with IEPs, ensuring they retain their skills during the summer months. The ideal candidate will create engaging lesson plans, oversee classroom activities, and collaborate with a dedicated team to foster a safe and productive learning environment. Join a supportive community focused on making a difference in students' lives, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Teaching certification in moderate/severe special needs preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in ESY teaching and supervising paraprofessionals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement daily lesson plans based on students' IEPs.
• Supervise and train classroom paraprofessionals.
• Engage in daily communication with families.

Skills

IEP Implementation

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Teaching Certification in Special Needs

Experience in ESY Teaching

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Description: The HPS Extended School Year (ESY) Program is for students in grades PK-12+ who qualify for extended year services per their IEPs. The goal of the program is to prevent regression of learned and/or progressing skills during the Summer months.

Locations for this summer are: Donahue School (Preschool, K-2 ABL/RISE), Kelly School (3-5 ABL/RISE), Morgan (1-2, 3-5), Sullivan School (6-8 ABL, TIP, SHINE), Jericho (Inclusion), or Transitions Academy depending on students' IEP needs, district needs, and/or grade level. The HPS ESY Program runs from Monday, 7/7/25-Thursday 8/7/25 from 8:45 am-1:15 pm. There will be a required staff orientation day on Thursday, 6/26/25, with an optional additional prep on Friday, 6/27/25 from 9:00 am-1:00 pm.

• Hiring will be staggered throughout the Spring, based on student enrollment*
• This is a SUB position. If you are interested in a full-time ESY Special Education Teacher Position, please see the "ESY Special Education Teacher" posting.*
  
  

The primary function of the ESY Special Education Teacher SUBSTITUTE is to be called in, as needed, to support ESY programming.

Positions: 28 Total

If called in, the ESY Special Education Teacher Substitute should be expected to:

The primary function of the ESY Teacher is to provide specialized instruction to students who require Extended School Year (ESY) services per IEP. Some settings will also have peer models and/or student volunteers. The ESY Teacher will create and implement daily lesson plans related to IEP goals/objectives, and implement IEP accommodations. The ESY Teacher will also oversee their paraprofessionals and collaborate with related service providers to ensure effective ESY programming. The ESY teacher will maintain data collection, and create progress reports. The ESY teacher will work with all IEP Team members to ensure a safe and productive learning environment for all students. The ESY Teacher answers directly to the ESY Site Supervisor(s), Special Education Director of Intensive Services, and/or Chief of Pupil Services.

Responsibilities

• Participates in Staff Orientation Day on Thursday 6/26/25, with option for additional prep on Friday 6/27/25.
• Sets up classroom environment and materials conducive to student and IEP needs, as needed.
• Creates and implements daily schedule, based on students' IEPs.
• Creates and implements daily lesson plans and BSPS (as applicable), based on students' IEPs and IEP accommodations.
• Creates and organizes visual supports and other materials to ensure an effective learning environment.
• Supervises and trains classroom paraprofessionals.
• Supervises safe and efficient arrival and departure of ESY transportation.
• Supervises student safety and engages in positive reinforcement strategies to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
• Oversees and maintains data collection and IEP progress reporting.
• Communicates and collaborates with ESY Site Supervisor(s) and all IEP team members to ensure effective implementation of ESY, as per IEPs.
• Engages in daily communication with families, and maintains availability to answer questions and troubleshoot concerns.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned by ESY Site Supervisor(s), Special Education Director of Intensive Services, and Chief of Pupil Services.

Qualifications

• Teaching certification in moderate or severe special needs preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in ESY teaching preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in supervising special education classroom paraprofessionals, preferred.
• Experience working in an urban setting, preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply student performance data to instructional planning and execution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills.
• Bilingual applicants (Spanish) strongly encouraged to apply.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of IEP implementation and special education processes.
• Effective leadership abilities in overseeing special education classroom staff and students receiving ESY services.
• Strong organizational skills pertaining to both paperwork and daily classroom oversight.
• Effective problem-solving abilities that include: teamwork and communication with all IEP staff and ESY Site Supervisor, troubleshooting day-to-day issues, and planning ahead to prevent issues.
• Effective and welcoming communication skills with families and community.

ESY Teachers are needed for a variety of classrooms and learning environments within the HPS Excelsior Program, including:

• Jericho
• RISE
• ABL
• SHINE
• TIP
• Integrated Preschool
• Inclusion K-12
• Transitions Academy

Please note your site preference and skills that relate to this preference in your application. Please note, if hired, we will consider preferences, but cannot guarantee all preferences will be honored. All applicants will be placed in a learning environment that matches their abilities and district needs.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Industries