17 special education support jobs found in Medford, MA

Job Description Medford Public Schools is seeking a special education teacher with ABA experience for the Medford Connections program. This position includes case management of students requiring specialized ABA supports within a small therapeutic learning environment. The program goal is to provide students with the skill instruction they need to be successful. A strong background in design and implementation of ABA curriculum is essential to this role. Responsibilities include: • Planning and implementing curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. • Maintenance of individual student program books. • Planning and implementation of discrete trial programming. • Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessional staff assigned to the classroom or to specific students under the teacher's scope of direct or indirect supervision. • Completing Educational Assessments, VBMAPPS, collaborative FBAs, MCAS Alt portfolios, etc. • Act as liaison for a...

Job Description Special Education Project Transition Program Teacher Teach and case manage a small classroom of students requiring direct, appropriate individualized and small group instruction, based on IEP goals and objectives, within a highly supported setting. The teacher participates in the supervision of paraprofessional staff, and service providers in a team oriented educational setting. There is a strong focus on transition and preparing students for post-secondary success for students 18-22 years old both in and out of the school setting. Degree Preferred: Masters Experience Preferred: 3 years Additional Requirements: • Massachusetts Severe Disabilities license preferred Salary is in accordance of the Medford Teachers Association union contract https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1748907946/mps02155org/ojucu0g0wo9axcmcc9e1/MTAFY26-FY28CBAJuly12025-August312028SignedMay192025CorrectedJune22025.pdf

Job Description Language Based Special Education Teacher A Language-Based Teacher with certification in Specialized Reading provides targeted instruction to students who experience challenges in reading, writing, language processing, and literacy development. The teacher designs and delivers evidence-based, multisensory reading interventions while supporting students' academic growth and fostering confidence in language skills. Key Responsibilities Provide individualized and small-group instruction in reading, writing, spelling, vocabulary, and language arts. Assess students' literacy skills and develop personalized learning plans based on identified needs. Implement research-based reading programs and multisensory instructional strategies. Monitor student progress through ongoing assessments and maintain accurate records. Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, administrators, and families to support student success. Adapt curriculum and...

Job Description TitleSchool Nurse FLSA StatusExempt Work year and hours Subject to collective bargaining agreement Reports to Director of Health Services Building Principal Position Purpose: To provide assessment, screening, planning, evaluation, counseling, management and/or referrals concerning the health and medical care needs of students for the purpose of minimizing absences due to illness, maximizing educational opportunities, and creating a healthy school climate. Summary: School Nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well being, academic success and lifelong achievement of students. To that end, school nurses facilitate positive student responses to normal development; promote health and safety; intervene with actual and potential health problems; provide case management services; and actively collaborate with others to build student and family capacity for adaptation, self management, self advocacy and learning....

Job Description Connections Specialist Teacher - Special Education (Art, Music, Computer, Nexus) Position Summary: Medford Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher to serve as the Connections Specialist Teacher within the Connections program. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing structured, adapted lessons in art, music, computer, and Nexus using current strategies and theories tailored to students with disabilities. The teacher will employ a variety of activity formats and content, adapting instruction responsively to meet the individual needs of each student. Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver curriculum consistent with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, adapting instruction to meet individual student needs. Create and maintain a classroom environment that supports learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Collaborate effectively with classroom staff, related service providers, and...

Job Description The College and Career Counselor is responsible for implementing and coordinating a comprehensive college, career, and postsecondary planning program that supports all students in preparing for successful transitions after high school. The counselor provides individualized guidance related to college admissions, career exploration, workforce readiness, financial aid, military options, and postsecondary planning. The position also coordinates career development opportunities for Career and Technical Education (CTE) students, including cooperative education (co-op) placements, employer partnerships, workplace readiness preparation, and ongoing monitoring of student work-based learning experiences. Additionally, the counselor oversees the administration of college readiness assessments, including the PSAT and Advanced Placement (AP) testing programs. The College and Career Counselor works collaboratively with the Director of School Counseling, Principal, school...

Job Description Medford Public Schools is seeking a special education teacher with ABA experience for the Medford Connections program. This position includes case management of students requiring specialized ABA supports within a small therapeutic learning environment. The program goal is to provide students with the skill instruction they need to be successful. A strong background in design and implementation of ABA curriculum is essential to this role. Responsibilities include: • Planning and implementing curriculum aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. • Maintenance of individual student program books. • Planning and implementation of discrete trial programming. • Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessional staff assigned to the classroom or to specific students under the teacher's scope of direct or indirect supervision. • Completing Educational Assessments, VBMAPPS, collaborative FBAs, MCAS Alt portfolios, etc. • Act as liaison for a...

Job Description EVALUATION TEAM LEADER (ETL) Role: Under the supervision of the Special Education Program Coordinator, maintains Compliance to federal and state regulations and Medford Public Schools policies for students with disabilities and acts as a resource for special education instruction and programming. The following is an outline of the role and responsibilities, which is intended to provide a broad overview, but is subject to change according to the needs of the school district, as required by the Superintendent of Schools. Qualifications: Degree in Special Education or other related field from an accredited college or university with evidence of courses or experience in the area of administration or supervision, special education, psychology or guidance. Experience with direct service and assessment of special education students, knowledge of current and best practices in special education, and working knowledge of special education laws and regulations....

Job Description Special Education ACCESS Program Teacher McGlynn Elementary School Teach and case manage a small classroom of students requiring direct, appropriate individualized and small group instruction, based on IEP goals and objectives, within a highly supported setting. The teacher participates in the supervision of paraprofessional staff, and service providers in a team oriented educational setting. There is a strong focus on transition and preparing students for post-secondary success. Degree Preferred: Masters Experience Preferred: 3 years Additional Requirements: • Massachusetts Severe Disabilities license preferred • Experience with Alt MCAS a plu

Job Description Special Education Coordinator Instructional Leadership Promotes the learning and growth of all students and the success of all staff Provides staff with effective, timely and meaningful supervision and evaluation in alignment with state regulations, contract provisions and district/school improvement goals Provides regular, high quality professional feedback and resources to support all educators Supports staff to uphold high expectations for all students to meet or exceed grade level standards by ensuring that instructional practices across all settings and disciplines include: Use of evidence based practices to provide equitable opportunities Supports, scaffolds and tools to meet students' needs Clear criteria for success (rubrics and exemplars) Provides professional learning, feedback and resources for educators to accommodate and support individual differences in all students' learning needs, abilities, interests and levels of readiness...

Job Description Title:EVALUATION TEAM LEADER (ETL) Role: Under the supervision of the Special Education Program Coordinator, maintains Compliance to federal and state regulations and Medford Public Schools policies for students with disabilities and acts as a resource for special education instruction and programming. The following is an outline of the role and responsibilities, which is intended to provide a broad overview, but is subject to change according to the needs of the school district, as required by the Superintendent of Schools. Qualifications: Degree in Special Education or other related field from an accredited college or university with evidence of courses or experience in the area of administration or supervision, special education, psychology or guidance. Experience with direct service and assessment of special education students, knowledge of current and best practices in special education, and working knowledge of special education laws and...

Job Description Payroll Manager - Medford Public Schools Position Purpose Under the supervision of the Director of Finance, the Payroll Manager supports the management of the district's payroll operations including supervision of payroll staff, payroll processing, reporting, research, compliance, accuracy, and records retention. Essential Functions Supervises and directs the work of the payroll staff, recommends and implements improvements to payroll workflows to ensure accurate payroll processing within and between systems providing payroll information, develops procedures to review work for accuracy, develops procedures and forms to support payroll processing, trains staff to support the successful completion of assigned tasks, covers short-term payroll staff absences. Works with confidential employee information, develops procedures and systems to ensure the proper handling of such information, ensures employee and retiree payroll questions are promptly...

Job Description Special Education ACCESS Program Teacher *Contingent upon final budget approval/funding Medford High School Teach and case manage a subseparate classroom of students requiring direct, appropriate individualized and small group instruction, based on IEP goals and objectives, within a highly supported setting. Curriculum is aligned to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks as the access/entry skill levels of complexity. Methodology includes strong multi-disciplinary collaboration between instructional staff, related service providers and parents. Students participate in standards-based instruction while addressing social, motor and communication skills. Opportunities for facilitated inclusion components. The teacher participates in the supervision of paraprofessional staff, and service providers in a team oriented educational setting. There is a strong focus on transition and preparing students for post-secondary success. Degree Preferred: Masters...

Job Description Special Education English Teacher Teach and case manage a small classroom of students requiring direct, appropriate individualized, and small group instruction, based on IEP goals and objectives, within a highly supported setting. The teacher participates in the supervision of paraprofessional staff, and service providers in a team-oriented educational setting. There is a strong focus on self-management skill development to prepare students for inclusion success. Performance Responsibilities Develops and administers High School English curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. Plans lesson plans and instructional materials. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning. Maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and attendance as required by the CBA agreement...

Job Description Build a STEAM program where students see themselves as scientists, designers, makers, and artists - and where the project they start on Monday is something they can't wait to come back to on Tuesday. About the Program Medford Public Schools is investing in the hours after the school day ends. Our Before/After School Programs serve students at four elementary sites with a vision of out-of-school time that goes well beyond supervision: engaging curriculum, dedicated teaching teams, and a learning environment that families can trust. As we grow, we are building a program staffed by educators who take after-school education seriously - and we are looking for people who want to help shape what that looks like in Medford. Position Summary The STEAM Specialist designs and delivers Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math programming for K-5 students at one of our four sites. This is hands-on, curiosity-driven work: design challenges, building...

Job Description About the Program Medford Public Schools is investing in the hours after the school day ends. Our Before/After School Programs serve students at four elementary sites with a vision of out-of-school time that goes well beyond supervision: engaging curriculum, dedicated teaching teams, and a learning environment that families can trust. As we grow, we are building a program staffed by educators who take after-school education seriously and we are looking for people who want to help shape what that looks like in Medford. Position Summary The Kindergarten Specialist leads the kindergarten classroom at one of our four sites. Kindergarten is intentionally separated from older grades because five- and six-year-olds need their own space, their own pace, and their own routines. You will design the curriculum, run the room, and lead a small team of assistants all while weaving executive function and social-emotional learning into every part of the day. The...

Job Description About the Program Medford Public Schools is investing in the hours after the school day ends. Our Before After School Programs serve students at four elementary sites with a vision of out-of-school time that goes well beyond supervision: engaging curriculum, dedicated teaching teams, and a learning environment that families can trust. As we grow, we are building a program staffed by educators who take after-school education seriously and we are looking for people who want to help shape what that looks like in Medford. Position Summary The Sports Specialist designs and leads movement, games, and team-based programming for K-5 students at one of our four sites. After a long school day, students need to run, play, work with a team, and try something physical that they get to choose. You will plan the program that makes that happen indoors and outdoors, across a wide range of sports and games, with a coach's eye for skill-building and an educator's eye for...