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Special Education Teacher – Middle School | Gardner, MA

ProCare Therapy is seeking a passionate and experienced Special Education Teacher for a full-time, contracted opportunity in Gardner, Massachusetts for the full school year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a SPED teacher who enjoys working with students with social-emotional and behavioral needs and wants the support of a well-staffed classroom team.

Position Details

Location: Gardner, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–2:15 PM
School Level: Middle School
Grades: 5–7
Setting: Substantially Separate Social-Emotional/Behavioral Classroom
Caseload: 8 students
Duration: Full School Year
Setting: Onsite

Classroom & Caseload

The Special Education Teacher will work with a small caseload of 8 students in grades 5–7.

Two students receive all of their instruction within the substantially separate program, while the remaining six students participate in other classroom settings throughout portions of their school day.

The classroom also offers strong behavioral support with 4 RBTs, including:

* One RBT supporting each grade level
* One RBT providing dedicated 1:1 support to an individual student

Responsibilities

* Provide specialized instruction based on students' individual academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs
* Develop, write, implement, and monitor IEPs
* Collect and maintain student data and progress documentation
* Complete required special education documentation and data entry
* Collaborate closely with RBTs, general education teachers, related service providers, administrators, and families
* Participate in IEP and multidisciplinary team meetings
* Implement appropriate classroom and behavioral supports
* Maintain a structured, positive, and supportive learning environment
* Perform standard Special Education Teacher responsibilities as required by the district

Qualifications

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education or a related field
* Appropriate Massachusetts Special Education teaching license/certification
* Experience working with students with social-emotional and behavioral needs preferred
* Strong classroom management and collaboration skills
* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary behavioral support team

Why Consider This Opportunity?

With a small 8-student caseload and 4 RBTs providing direct classroom support, this position offers an excellent student-to-staff ratio. It's a great opportunity for a Special Education Teacher who wants to focus on individualized instruction while working alongside an established behavioral support team.

Apply Today!

For immediate consideration, apply directly or send your updated resume and qualifications to: 

Justin DeCusati {[email protected]}

Senior Account Executive at ProCare Therapy


Compensation for this position ranges from $25.20 to $47.20. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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