Special Education Teacher - Cambridge, MA
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Strong value offering due to competitive compensation and diverse teaching opportunities across grade levels, but limited to contract positions.
- Competitive compensation package with benefits
- Diverse teaching experience across various programs
- Contract position may affect long-term career stability
Pros
- Variety of teaching environments and programs
- Collaboration with other educators
- Good compensation package with full benefits
Cons
- Contract roles may lead to job uncertainty
- Requires adaptability to different program settings
- Potential stress from managing large caseloads
Who it's for
Mid-level to Experienced • On-site
Good fit
- Experienced special education teachers
- Those who enjoy working with diverse age groups
- Educators committed to inclusivity
Not recommended for
- New teachers without special education experience
- Candidates seeking permanent employment
- Individuals who prefer stability over variety
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
An educational opportunity is available for licensed Special Education Teachers to work a full-time, contract position in a K-12 school setting located in Methuen, MA. This role offers a chance to support a diverse student population through various specialized programs, ranging from inclusive high school classrooms to resource rooms for lower school and sub separate autism programs.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with disabilities across K-12 grade levels
- Collaborating with educators and support staff to provide tailored instructional strategies
- Managing classroom environments to foster inclusive and supportive learning experiences
- Maintaining accurate records and progress reports for each student on your caseload
- Engaging with parents and guardians to ensure consistent communication regarding student progress and needs
Qualifications and experience:
- Valid Massachusetts Special Education (SPED) teaching license is required
- Experience working with a range of age groups from kindergarten through 12th grade
- Ability to manage varying caseload sizes in different program settings (inclusion, autism sub separate, resource room) is highly valued
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to support individualized instruction and collaboration
Position Details:
- Location: Methuen, MA
- Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday
- Job Type: Contract role for the current school year
- Number of Openings: 7 positions, including high school inclusion teacher, autism program teacher, and resource room teacher roles
Benefits include highly competitive compensation with weekly pay, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, matching 401(k), and flexible spending account options.
Candidates holding a Massachusetts SPED license and a commitment to impactful special education are encouraged to apply for these rewarding roles. Take this opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational experiences for students with diverse learning needs. Apply today!
Compensation for this position ranges from $24.00 to $47.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
