Special Education Teacher - Westfield, Massachusetts
Step into a rewarding role supporting middle school students as a Special Education Teacher during a MAT leave. This long-term substitute position is located in a welcoming school community near Westfield, MA. You’ll work fully onsite, providing essential services for students in Grades 5–12, primarily in inclusion classrooms. The assignment is full-time, with approximately 35 hours per week from Monday to Friday (7:15 AM–2:15 PM), running through late January or early February 2027, depending on the current teacher’s return.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Active Massachusetts Moderate Disabilities License (Grades 5–12) is required.
- Strongly preferred: background in middle school special education, experience in inclusion settings, and expertise with IEP development and progress monitoring.
- Demonstrated skills in communication and organization.
- Ability to collaborate well with general education teachers and paraprofessionals.
- Experience participating in parent IEP meetings and maintaining accurate documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct special education support to approximately 25 middle school students within an inclusion classroom.
- Serve as a proactive collaborator with the general education team to foster student growth.
- Lead a daily academic support block (about 30 minutes) tailored to student needs.
- Oversee IEP implementation, document progress, and generate timely progress reports.
- Communicate regularly with families to support student plans and success.
- Ensure all required IEP paperwork is accurate and current.
If you’re passionate about making a difference for students with diverse learning needs and hold the necessary credentials, we encourage you to apply. Competitive hourly compensation will be tailored to your experience and district guidelines.
Enjoy weekly pay, comprehensive insurance (including medical, dental, vision, and life), a matching 401(k), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits. Take the next step in your education career—apply today to make an impact!
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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