Teacher-Special Education Long-Term Substitute (anticipated)

North Reading High School; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

North Reading High School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for a temporary assignment from September through November 2026. The role involves co-taught and small group instruction with a focus on mathematics content, and requires development of IEPs with the team.

You will provide direct instruction, modifications, and accommodations, collaborate with general education staff, and support paraprofessionals in a diverse, inclusive setting. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Massachusetts DESE license in MT/5-12 preferred.
• Experience with IEP development and evaluations is expected.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction and accommodations in inclusion/co-taught and small group settings.
• Develop IEPs with team and ensure accommodations are implemented.
• Lead annual reviews and progress meetings.
• Administer, score, and interpret diagnostics (WIAT, TOWL, KeyMath).
• Oversee Paraprofessional staff and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative

Oral and written communication

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Massachusetts DESE teaching license (Moderate Disabilities, 5-12)

Math content knowledge preferred

Job description

Teacher-Special Education Long-Term Substitute (anticipated)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5926146
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

North Reading High School has an anticipated open for a Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher tentatively from September through November 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.

In this role, you will work with students in co-taught and small group settings, often with a mathematics content focus.

Essential duties

• Provide direct instruction, support, curriculum modifications, and accommodations for students with learning challenges in an inclusion/co-taught as well as small group setting
• Develop appropriate IEPs in conjunction with Team Provide consultation to general education staff in the content areas associated with assigned students and ensure that accommodations are being met
• Facilitate all aspects of student's annual review and interim progress meetings
• Complete academic testing for initial and re-evaluations
• Oversee support of Paraprofessional staff
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Assistant Principal, or their Designee

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12
• DESE license in mathematics and/or mathematics content experience preferred
• Working knowledge of evaluation and IEP development
• Experience administering, scoring, and interpreting diagnostics assessments including WIAT, TOWL, and KeyMath preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working demeanor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• 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. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $325.67 to $325.67 Per Day

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Math: Algebra

Classroom Teacher > Math: Geometry

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Miriam Meyer , Principal
• North Reading High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]