Therapeutic Learning Program Missituk Elementary School

Medford Public Schools; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medford Public Schools in Massachusetts seeks a Special Education Therapeutic Learning Program Teacher for Missituk Elementary. You will teach and case manage a small classroom with direct and small group instruction aligned to IEP goals, within a highly supported setting.

Responsibilities include planning curriculum to MA Frameworks, implementing social emotional learning curricula, supervising paraprofessionals, and conducting Educational Assessments and FBAs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and IEP processes.
• Experience planning and implementing SEL curricula.
• Experience supervising paraprofessionals and coordinating with service providers.
• Experience completing Educational Assessments and FBAs.
• Experience developing IEPs, progress reports and student program books.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Coordinate social emotional learning curriculum.
• Supervise paraprofessionals and staff in the classroom.
• Conduct Educational Assessments and FBAs as needed.
• Liaise with the IEP team to ensure full implementation of student plans.
• Develop and maintain IEPs, progress reports and student program books.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and behavior supports.

Skills

IEP knowledge

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Massachusetts Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 license

Job description

Therapeutic Learning Program Missituk Elementary School JobID: 3596

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 6/1/2026
• Location: Elementary - Missituk

Special Education Therapeutic Learning Program Teacher

Grade Level: Elementary

Job Description: Special Education Therapeutic Learning Program Teacher

Teach and case manage a small classroom of students requiring direct, appropriate individualized and small group instruction, based on IEP goals and objectives, within a highly supported setting. The teacher participates in the supervision of paraprofessional staff, and service providers in a team oriented educational setting. There is a strong focus on self-management skill development to prepare students for inclusion success.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Planning and implementation of social emotional learning curriculum.
• Plans and directs paraprofessional staff assigned to the classroom or to specific students under the teacher's scope of direct or indirect supervision.
• Completing Educational Assessments, collaborative FBAs, etc.
• Engage in liaison duties for a caseload of students to ensure full implementation of student IEPs, monitor student progress, support student programming, and alert the Team of any need to convene a Team meeting.
• Participate in the development of Individualized Education Programs, Progress Reports and student program books.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules for classroom behavior and procedures, and maintain order in the classroom through implementation of positive behavioral supports, as well as implementation of individual student behavior intervention plans.
• Be available to students and parent for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities consistent with this role/position as assigned by the Director of Pupil Services, Special Education Coordinator or Principal.

Degree Preferred: Masters

Experience Preferred: 3 years

Additional Requirements:

• Massachusetts Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 license required

Salary is in accordance with the Medford Teachers Association Contract:

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