Special Education Teacher Jobs in Waltham, MA

A Special Education Teacher in secondary education is responsible for instructing and guiding students who have varying types of disabilities. These disabilities can be either physical, mental, emotional, or learning-related. These teachers are required to work alongside general education teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create individualized education programs (IEPs) tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. They deliver lessons that are suitable for the abilities of all their students, while also assessing and reporting their progress to parents and relevant school officials.

Special Education Teachers should possess strong interpersonal skills, patience, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of the special needs of their students. They should have a bachelor's degree in special education, and in many cases, they need to acquire a master's degree in special education. Furthermore, they need to be certified by the state where they intend to practice. Prior to becoming a Special Education Teacher, a person might have roles such as a Teaching Assistant, Special Education Paraprofessional, or a General Education Teacher to gain relevant experience and skills.

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Special Education Teacher- PK and K

  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

Special Education Teacher- PK and KReports to: PrincipalLocation: Lawrence Family Public Academy (LFPA)Job Type: This is a full-time non-exempt salaried positionWelcome to Lawrence Public SchoolsLawrence...

Special Education Teacher 25/26 School Year

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (7 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

Salary: $1740 / Week Now Hiring: Special Education Teacher Chestnut Hill, MA 25/26 School Year + ESY Support Students. Build Skills. Make a Difference....

Mod Special Education Teacher- K-1

  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Develop and implement age-appropriate Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students....

Special Education Teacher- PREP HS 25-26 SY

  • Wakefield, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wakefield, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers....

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Long Term Substitute SY 25/26 - SWAMPSCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

  • Swampscott, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swampscott, MA (18 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Swampscott Elementary School - SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER - Long Term Substitute SY 25/26 We are seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher with a Moderate Disabilities license for small group instruction...

25-26 Special Education Teacher - Special Education Therapeutic Program (SEEK)

  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (8 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The special education teacher uses differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable and meaningful access to the curriculum and learning for all students....

Special Education Teacher (High Needs - Learning Center)

  • Acton, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Acton, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Special Education/ Special Educator Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: McCarthy-Towne Elementary School Date Available: 8/25/25 Closing Date: until filled    Special Education Teacher...

Special Education Teacher

  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stoneham, MA (9 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

SEEM Collaborative is seeking a compassionate, highly motivated, and skilled Special Education Teacher to join our Campus Academy High School team....

Special Education Teacher- Skills Program - 1.0 FTE - SY 25/26

  • Wellesley, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wellesley, MA (6 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Title: Special Education Teacher- Skills program Job Goal: The Special Education Teacher works as part of a team of school staff to ensure the success and growth of students in the Skills program, which...

SEEM Prep High School Special Education Teaching Assistant

  • Wakefield, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wakefield, MA (12 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Reports to: Classroom Teacher Qualifications: High School diploma, Associates or Bachelor degree. Experience working with children with special needs preferred. Scope of Duties: Responsible to and...

Elementary Special Education Teacher

  • Lancaster, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Education, Teacher, Teaching, IEP, Special needs, Autism, Emotional Impairment, Learning Disabilities, Curriculum development, Education, SPED...

Middle School Special Education Teacher

  • Lancaster, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Education, Teacher, Teaching, IEP, Special needs, Autism, Emotional Impairment, Learning Disabilities, Curriculum development, Education, SPED...

Special Education Teacher (Middle School)

  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, MA (21 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Wetherbee School is seeking a Special Education teacher responsible for planning and co-teaching with the core content teachers in a grade level....

Devens Public Day Special Education High School Teacher

  • Everett, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Everett, MA (10 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Plan and facilitate lessons aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Math, ELA, Social Studies, and Science and district-provided curriculums that are also consistent with students' goals...

Special Education Coordinator, PreK-4 (0.5 FTE) Moderate Special Education Teacher, Floral Street Sc

  • Shrewsbury, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (24 miles from Waltham, MA)
  • 1 day ago

and service providers focused on special education practices, differentiated instruction, inclusive strategies, and regulatory compliance....

Demographic Data for Waltham, MA

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Waltham, MA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Waltham, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.3%
Bachelor's Degree
26.6%
Doctorate Degree
16.6%
High School or GED
5.3%
Associate's Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some High School
0.5%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Special Education Teachers in Waltham, MA
Less than 1 year
36.6%
1-2 years
31.3%
None
15.0%
2-4 years
13.2%
4-6 years
3.8%


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