Job Description
Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with an exceptional school district in Norfolk County, MA searching for a Special Education Teacher to support elementary-aged students for the extended 2026 school year.
In this role, you'll provide individualized instruction for elementary-aged students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. You'll foster academic, communication, and social-emotional growth and collaborate with staff and families and create engaging, inclusive learning experiences that support student growth and success.
Position Details:
- Location: In-person in Norfolk County, MA (no hybrid or remote options available)
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-1:30pm
- Grade Levels: Elementary, K-5th Grade
- Start Date: July 6th, 2026
- End Date: August 6th, 2026
Responsibilities:
- Deliver individualized, IEP-aligned instruction to elementary students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a sub-separate classroom, targeting academic, behavioral, communication, and social-emotional development.
- Implement structured, evidence-based practices to support skill acquisition, self-regulation, and engagement across the school day.
- Differentiate instruction and classroom activities to accommodate diverse learning profiles, sensory needs, communication abilities, and executive functioning skills.
- Utilize positive behavior supports and proactive intervention strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and promote independence, routine adherence, and peer interaction.
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families to ensure consistent implementation of IEPs, behavior plans, and individualized supports.
- Monitor and document progress toward IEP goals using data collection systems, adjusting instruction and interventions to support measurable student growth and generalization of skills.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Primary/Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
- Professional teaching license with a Special Education endorsement from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
- Experience teaching elementary-aged students with diverse learning needs in the classroom setting; experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder preferred.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
- Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
- Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
- Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Why Apply?
If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.
Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!