Lower School Special Education Teacher

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School

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At a glance

Compensation

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Location

Malden, MA

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Massachusetts Licensure In Special EducationSEI EndorsementBachelor's degree

Job overview

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is hiring a Lower School Special Education Teacher. The Lower School Special Education Teacher manages a caseload of students with IEPs and Section 504 Plans, providing specialized instruction and support while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and school regulations, and collaborates with teachers, families, administrators, and service providers to promote each student's academic and social‑emotional success.

Key focus areas include Provide direct and indirect special education services to students as outlined in their IEPs and/or Section 504 Plans, Develop and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that supports students' individual learning needs and goals, and Establish clear learning objectives for lessons and effectively communicate expectations to students.

Important skills include IDEA, Section 504, Special Education Regulations, Compliance Requirements, Organizational, and Communication. Preferred (not required): Differentiated Instruction, Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies, Specialized Teaching Techniques, and Curriculum Adaptation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

IDEASection 504Special Education RegulationsCompliance RequirementsOrganizationalCommunicationCollaborationBuilding Positive RelationshipsProfessionalismDifferentiated InstructionEvidence-Based Instructional StrategiesSpecialized Teaching TechniquesCurriculum AdaptationInstructional Materials AdaptationAssessments AdaptationClassroom ManagementService Logs MaintenanceLesson Plans MaintenanceProgress Monitoring Data MaintenanceCase ManagementIEP Meeting FacilitationProgress ReportsState Assessments AdministrationStandardized Assessments AdministrationTesting AccommodationsProfessional DevelopmentCurriculum Planning

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or Related FieldMassachusetts Licensure in Special EducationSEI EndorsementExperience Developing IEPsExperience Implementing IEPsExperience Monitoring IEPsMaster's Degree

Full job description

Job Description

The Lower School Special Education Teacher is responsible for managing a caseload of students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Section 504 Plans. This role provides specialized instruction and support in accordance with students' individualized plans while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and school regulations. The Special Education Teacher collaborates closely with general education teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers to promote each student's academic, social, emotional, and behavioral success.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect special education services to students as outlined in their IEPs and/or Section 504 Plans.
Develop and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that supports students' individual learning needs and goals.
Establish clear learning objectives for lessons and effectively communicate expectations to students.
Utilize evidence-based instructional strategies and specialized teaching techniques to support the development of academic, language, cognitive, sensory, and social-emotional skills.
Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to meet diverse learner needs.
Create and maintain a structured, positive classroom environment that aligns with the school's behavior management expectations.
Maintain accurate and timely service logs, lesson plans, progress monitoring data, and other required documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Serve as the case manager for assigned students, ensuring compliance with all IEP and Section 504 requirements.
Schedule, prepare for, and facilitate annual and reevaluation IEP meetings for students on your caseload.
Complete quarterly progress reports and communicate student progress to families and team members.
Act as the primary point of contact for students and families on your caseload.
Collaborate regularly with general education teachers, related service providers, school counselors, administrators, and families to support student success.
Participate as an active member of multidisciplinary teams and attend weekly team meetings.
Assist with the preparation and administration of state and standardized assessments, including appropriate testing accommodations.
Maintain professional knowledge through ongoing professional development, training, and curriculum planning activities.
Perform other duties as assigned, including school supervision, administrative tasks, and other responsibilities that support the overall operation of the school.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
Massachusetts licensure in Special Education (or eligibility for licensure).
SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Endorsement required.
Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and special education regulations and compliance requirements.
Experience developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs.
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

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