Special Ed Teacher
Job Description
We’re seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our classrooms are in secure residential program team, providing direct instruction and support to students. You’ll design and deliver strategies-based, IEP-driven instruction tailored to meet diverse learning needs in collaboration with site teams and families.
Location: Dorechester, MA
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $65-70
Key Responsibilities
· Deliver specially designed instruction aligned with IEPs in both individual and group settings
· Develop weekly service schedules in collaboration with your supervisor
· Create culturally responsive and trauma-informed classrooms that reflect student identities
· Use data to assess student progress and adjust instructional plans
· Support social-emotional growth and transition planning
· Collaborate with host agency staff, families, and program colleagues to maximize student success
· Contribute to IEP planning, write progress reports, and attend team meetings
· Maintain accurate records, ensure testing compliance, and support a safe learning environment
Attend evening family events and cross-state meetings as needed
Job Requirements
Required:
· Bachelor’s degree
· Valid MA license in Mild-to-Moderate Disabilities (5–12) – Willing to accept waiver while working towards license
· Strong communication and organization skills
· Reliable transportation
Preferred:
· Master’s degree in education or related field
· Experience with high-risk youth
· Multilingual/multicultural background
· Some lifting up to 25 lbs, travel between floors, and physical movement between classrooms are required
· Must remain alert and responsive in a fast-paced, secure environment
Why Join Arbor Associates?
At Arbor Associates, we are dedicated to connecting caring professionals with rewarding opportunities in education, healthcare, and human services. We offer:
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment with 24/7 staffing assistance.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our extensive network.
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Be part of a compassionate and dynamic team that is making a real difference. Apply now to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of children with developmental disabilities.
Meet Your Recruiter
Erin Colligan
Recruiting Manager
Erin Colligan joined Arbor Associates in 2024 as the Recruiting Manager. She is a dynamic recruiting leader with over a decade of experience in recruitment, operations, and client relationship management. As the Recruiting Manager, she drives strategic initiatives, fosters team growth, and optimizes recruitment processes. Erin has successfully led teams in delivering high-quality talent solutions across industries since 2006. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from the University of Hartford. Outside of work, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband Kevin, their blended family of four children Hailey-Mae, Emma, Abby & James, cat Peanut, and dog Chief. As a music enthusiast, she also loves attending live events, enjoying everything from Willie Nelson to Limp Bizkit to Lee Brice.
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