What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Special Education Tutor - Hanscom position at Lincoln Public Schools (MA)?
Special Education Tutor - Hanscom School
Hanscom School
Start Date: August 28, 2026
30 hours per week; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 am until 2:50 pm (30 minute unpaid break); Wednesday 8:00 am - 12:35 pm
Full-time benefits eligible - Middlesex County Retirement System
This position reports to the Coordinator of Student Services and is under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
Job Summary
The special education tutor provides direct services to the individuals and small groups of student both in the regular classroom and in special education settings.
The special education tutor is employed by the district through yearly appointments and is compensated in accordance with hourly rates established by the School Committee.
The special education tutor reports to the Coordinator of Student Services and the special education liaison as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Provides direct support to individuals and small groups of students based on Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Prepares instruction materials according to teacher guidelines.
- Monitors student progress, records performance data and communicates such to special education liaison.
- Under the direction of the classroom teacher or special education liaison, modifies and adapts instruction according to a student’s IEP.
- Promotes appropriate social interaction and behavioral compliance for students.
- Performs other tasks assigned by the Coordinator of Student Services and special education liaison.
Lincoln, Massachusetts
Lincoln is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston. Established in 1754, the town has a rich history dating to our country’s Revolutionary period and has maintained many of its early characteristics and traditions. The community places a high value on public education, open space, diversity, and community involvement.
The school system has a well-earned reputation for educational excellence, offering innovative, student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes. The district serves students PreK-8 at two schools: the PreK-8 Lincoln School, which serves Lincoln-resident families, Boston-resident families participating in the METCO program, and the children of staff members; and the PreK-8 Hanscom School, which serves military families living on the Hanscom Air Force Base.
Interest in Lincoln Public Schools
Our district’s core values are: excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, respect for every individual, and collaboration and community. We are excited to welcome new staff members who share those values, and who bring a range of prior experiences in education and in life.
As a district, we ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, active military/veteran status, disability, national origin, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, or housing status. We actively seek applications from a diverse range of candidates who share a common commitment to children and to maintaining a positive and collaborative culture.
You can learn more about the Lincoln Public Schools at https://www.lincnet.org/employment.