What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long Term Substitute- Special Education Teacher position at Ipswich Public School District?
Position Title: Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher
Location: Ipswich High School
Timeline: August 31, 2026 to Mid December 2026
Status: Full-Time, Temporary, Long-Term Substitute
Position Overview
Ipswich Public Schools is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher for the start of the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for an educator who excels at creating an innovative, collaborative, and inclusive co-teaching environment. The ideal candidate will be highly adaptable, passionate about student success, and skilled at addressing a wide range of student learning needs within the secondary classroom.
Responsibilities Include:
- Partner with general education teachers to deliver high-quality instruction within an inclusive, co-teaching model.
- Provide targeted academic support, particularly within core secondary content areas such as Mathematics (Algebra and Geometry), Biology, and/or History.
- Implement all components of students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Conduct academic achievement testing to monitor student progress and inform educational planning.
- Maintain excellent oral and written communication with students, families, colleagues, and administration to support student growth.
Qualifications
Required:
- Valid MA DESE Licensure in Moderate Special Needs (Secondary Level) and a relevant content area.
- Strong, foundational knowledge of a wide range of learning disabilities and accommodation strategies.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Demonstrated understanding and instructional experience in high school Math (Algebra/Geometry), Biology, and/or History.
- Direct experience managing and implementing the IEP and Transition Plan process.
- Prior experience administering and interpreting academic achievement assessments.