Special Education Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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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25/26 Special Education Teachers – Palmer, MA

  • Palmer, MA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Palmer, MA
  • 14 hours ago

Details of the position include: Position: Special Education Teachers Needed Description: Special education teacher openings are available for all grade levels Elementary, Middle, High....

High School Special Education Teacher (Long Term Substitute)

  • South Deerfield, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • South Deerfield, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Frontier Regional School is located in the heart of the Pioneer Valley, not far from the renowned Five Colleges; University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, Amherst...

Special Education Teacher LTS FY 26 Job ID 984

  • Bedford, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Employ appropriate behavior management techniques during individual or small group instruction. Maintain and use adaptive equipment and materials....

25-26 Special Education Teacher - SPARK Program Hill-Roberts Elementary (K-4)

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Promotes a positive classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning....

Middle High School - Special Education

  • West Boylston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Boylston, MA
  • 1 day ago

West Boyslton Middle High School seeks an experienced Special Education teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. Job Requirements Current Massachusetts Educator LicenseCORI/SAFIS...

25/26 Special Education Teachers - Palmer, MA

  • Palmer, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Palmer, MA
  • 1 day ago

Details of the position include: Position: Special Education Teachers Needed Description: + Special education teacher openings are available for all grade levels + Elementary, Middle, High....

25/26 School Year Special Education Teacher - Spencer, MA

  • Spencer, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spencer, MA
  • 1 day ago

Details of the position include: Position: Special Education Teachers Description: + Special education teacher openings are available for all grade levels + Elementary, Middle, High....

Long Term Substitute (8/25/25 - 12/19/25) Special Education Teacher ( Learning Skills), Carlton Innovation School, Salem Public Schools (Salem, MA), SY 2025-2026 About Salem Public Schools, where belonging...

Special Education Teacher

  • Milford, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 1 day ago

Position: Special Education Teacher Location:Woodland Elementary School Schedule: 2025-2026 School Year Salary: Per Teachers' Contract To Start:August 25, 2025 (two mentoring days prior to start day...

You must be licensed as a special education teacher in the state of South Carolina....

Special Education Teacher LTS FY 26 Job ID 984

  • Bedford, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bedford, MA
  • 2 days ago

Write Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Develop yearly transition plans for students who are 14+....

Special Education Teacher

  • Roxbury Crossing, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roxbury Crossing, MA
  • 2 days ago

Provide individualized and small-group instruction aligned with IEP goals. Adapt curriculum and administer assessments to measure student progress....

Promotes a positive classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning....

Special Education Teacher Student Success Classroom Studley

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 2 days ago

Completes all assigned paperwork for the special education process as required by state and federal regulations. Provides targeted and evidence-based interventions....

Special Education Teacher - Anticipated Opening

  • Acton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Special Education/ Special Educator Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Douglas Elementary School Date Available: 8/25/25 Closing Date: until filled    Special Education Teacher...

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Salary for Special Education Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Special Education Teachers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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