What are the responsibilities and job description for the FTE Jr./Sr. High School (Grades 7 - 12) Moderate Special Needs Teacher position at Millbury Public Schools?
MILLBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLOFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENTVACANCY NOTICE: July 23, 2026 CLOSING: Until filledOPENING FOR 2026 - 2027 SCHOOL YEAR1.0 FTE Jr./Sr. High School (Grades 7 - 12) Moderate Special Needs Teacher DESCRIPTION: We believe that special education teachers play a vital role in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment by providing individualized instruction and advocacy for students with diverse learning needs. Responsibilities include co-teaching in general education classrooms, delivering targeted small-group instruction, and designing curriculum with appropriate modifications and scaffolds to ensure accessibility for all learners. The teacher will serve as a liaison between students, staff, and families, maintaining clear communication and collaboration to support students on their individual caseloads.
Additionally, the teacher will empower students to develop self-advocacy skills, set meaningful academic and personal goals, and take an active role in their success plan throughout their secondary schooling career.QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of an MA DESE license in the areas of Teacher of Moderate Special Needs (5-12)SEI EndorsementA strong background in secondary-level Math and Science Content Areas A strong background in curriculum development, modification, and scaffold developmentExperience in planning, directing, and assisting group and individual instructional activities that are engaging and multi-sensoryExperience in a co-taught classroom setting is preferredStrong Core Content skills with the ability to accommodate diverse learning stylesStrong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational processGENERAL DUTIES: Co-Teaching & Collaboration: Partner with general education teachers to provide differentiated instruction and accommodations within inclusive classrooms.Targeted Instruction: Deliver specialized small-group instruction tailored to students' individual learning needs.Curriculum Design: Modify and scaffold curriculum materials to ensure all students can access rigorous academic content.Case Management & Communication: Serve as a liaison between students, staff, and families, maintaining clear and consistent communication to support student success.Student Empowerment: Guide students in developing self-advocacy skills, setting academic and personal goals, and taking an active role in their educational journey.Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to IEP goals, track student progress, and contribute to IEP meetings and evaluations.Function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide core Academic Support instruction to special education students in grades 7-12Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals and objectives and corresponding lessonsParticipate in related school meetings, which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activitiesCollaborate with the Special Education Department Head/Team Chair to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) addressing students needs and function as a liaison/ case manager for designated students.Perform other professional duties which the Building Principal, Director of Special Education, and/or Superintendent of School may requireREPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Special EducationSALARY: In accordance with the teachers contractWORK YEAR: School Year as approved by the Millbury School Committee and Millbury Teachers AssociationLETTER OF APPLICATION: A cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts, copy of licensure, and three letters of reference should be sent to: Christopher Lowe, PrincipalMillbury Jr./Sr. High School12 Martin StreetMillbury, MA 01527(**Applications not submitted through SchoolSpring will not be processed.**)
Additionally, the teacher will empower students to develop self-advocacy skills, set meaningful academic and personal goals, and take an active role in their success plan throughout their secondary schooling career.QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of an MA DESE license in the areas of Teacher of Moderate Special Needs (5-12)SEI EndorsementA strong background in secondary-level Math and Science Content Areas A strong background in curriculum development, modification, and scaffold developmentExperience in planning, directing, and assisting group and individual instructional activities that are engaging and multi-sensoryExperience in a co-taught classroom setting is preferredStrong Core Content skills with the ability to accommodate diverse learning stylesStrong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational processGENERAL DUTIES: Co-Teaching & Collaboration: Partner with general education teachers to provide differentiated instruction and accommodations within inclusive classrooms.Targeted Instruction: Deliver specialized small-group instruction tailored to students' individual learning needs.Curriculum Design: Modify and scaffold curriculum materials to ensure all students can access rigorous academic content.Case Management & Communication: Serve as a liaison between students, staff, and families, maintaining clear and consistent communication to support student success.Student Empowerment: Guide students in developing self-advocacy skills, setting academic and personal goals, and taking an active role in their educational journey.Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to IEP goals, track student progress, and contribute to IEP meetings and evaluations.Function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide core Academic Support instruction to special education students in grades 7-12Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals and objectives and corresponding lessonsParticipate in related school meetings, which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activitiesCollaborate with the Special Education Department Head/Team Chair to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) addressing students needs and function as a liaison/ case manager for designated students.Perform other professional duties which the Building Principal, Director of Special Education, and/or Superintendent of School may requireREPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Special EducationSALARY: In accordance with the teachers contractWORK YEAR: School Year as approved by the Millbury School Committee and Millbury Teachers AssociationLETTER OF APPLICATION: A cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts, copy of licensure, and three letters of reference should be sent to: Christopher Lowe, PrincipalMillbury Jr./Sr. High School12 Martin StreetMillbury, MA 01527(**Applications not submitted through SchoolSpring will not be processed.**)