Special Education Teacher II
About the Employer
Job Summary
As a Severe Special Education Teacher and Transitional Program Coordinator for the Shine Program at Millbury Junior-Senior High School, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with severe special needs in their transition to post-secondary life.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement a tailored curriculum aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success, focusing on industries aligned with their interests and abilities.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and local partners to facilitate job placements while in school, as well as ensure smooth transitions into meaningful employment opportunities.
Qualifications
• Possession of:
• MA DESE License in the areas of Teacher of Severe Needs (all levels);
• Or
• Possess a Transition Specialist Endorsement.
• Experience in planning, directing, and assisting group and individual instructional activities that are engaging and multi-sensory.
• Experience in a co-taught classroom setting preferred.
• Strong curriculum design and development skills with the ability to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Strong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational process.
• CPR and First Aid Certified, preferred.
Severe Special Education Teacher (Transition Program Coordinator) - Millbury Junior-Senior High School
Job Title: Severe Special Education Teacher (Junior/Senior High School) Vacancy Notice: September 23, 2026 - Until Filled Opening for 2026-2027 School Year 1.0 FTE
General Duties
• Planning and implementing direct instruction to students during non-community days.
• Maintain consistent and regular community outings in alignment with the programmatic needs.
• Create and implement curriculum for post-graduate students that is aligned with academic goals, transferable skills, and specific interests of students within the program.
• Serve as a liaison between existing community partners, as well as fostering new relationships with potential job sites.
• Communicate directly and work collaboratively with community partners/businesses in the community to facilitate programmatic opportunities for students to receive job and skills training locally.
• Develop and foster relationships with new community partners to best serve our post-graduate students' needs, skill development, and interests.
• When applicable, function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide core academic support and direct instruction to special education students in grades 7-12 who are taking the MCAS as part of their individualized graduation track.
• Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals and objectives and corresponding lessons.
• Apply appropriate knowledge to curriculum content/instruction, plan lessons and align assessment of student learning, monitor students' understanding of the curriculum, and adjust instruction, materials, or assessments, using data-driven techniques as appropriate.
• Participate in related school meetings, which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activities.
• Collaborate 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 or director of special education may require
Reporting Requirements
Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education
Salary and Benefits
Salary: In accordance with the Teachers' Contract Work Year: School Year as approved by the Millbury School Committee and Millbury Teachers' Association
Application Instructions
A cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts, copy of licensure, and three letters of reference should be sent to: Christopher Lowe, Principal Millbury Jr./Sr. High School 12 Martin Street Millbury, MA 01527 (Applications not submitted through Schoolspring will not be processed.)