Teacher-Special Education Long-Term Substitute

J. Turner Hood Elementary School; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

J. Turner Hood Elementary School in North Reading, MA seeks a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher from Sep 1, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026 to support students with disabilities.

The role focuses on direct instruction, progress monitoring, and IEP coordination to ensure inclusive, high-quality education. The candidate should hold a Massachusetts license for Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8), possess strong communication skills, and work collaboratively with staff, families, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Students with Moderate Disabilities, PreK-8.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative demeanor.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Direct instruction of students.
• Monitor student progress on an ongoing basis.
• Serve as the IEP liaison and complete state mandated paperwork, including progress reports and annual reviews.
• Conduct three-year re-evaluation testing and related assessments.
• Support inclusion through behavior intervention plans and engagement strategies.
• Manage academic, behavioral, and social skill instruction within the special education process.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Collaborate with general education and special education staff.
• Attend faculty and department meetings; communicate with parents/guardians and outside providers.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Collaborative working demeanor

Excellent oral and written comms

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Massachusetts license: Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8)

Job description

Teacher-Special Education Long-Term Substitute

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This job is also posted in North Reading School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5868001

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

The J. Turner Hood Elementary School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher tentatively from September 1, 2026 through October 9, 2026. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 1, 2026.

Essential duties

• Direct instruction of students
• Monitor student progress on an ongoing basis
• Serve as the IEP liaison for students in the classroom, and complete all associated state mandated paperwork, including progress reports and chairing annual review meetings
• Conduct three year re-evaluation testing and other testing as appropriate
• Support student inclusion opportunities through the implementation of behavior intervention plans, and appropriate engagement strategies
• Maintain and manage all the required responsibilities of the special education process including academic, behavioral, and social skill instruction
• Data collection and analysis
• Testing Collaborate with general education teachers and special education staff
• Attend faculty and department meetings as directed
• Collaborate with parents/guardians and outside providers
• Other duties as determined by the building Principal, Director of Student Services, or their Designee

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Students with Moderate Disabilities, grades PreK-8
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working demeanor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $325.67 to $325.67 Per Day

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Glen McKay , Principal
• J. Turner Hood Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]