Reading Teacher

Job Details

Job
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Mar 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately

ACCEPT Education Collaborative is a regional non‑profitable educational organization located in Medway and Natick, Massachusetts. We provide a wide range of services including special education for students with moderate to severe needs, specialized transportation, home‑based services, behavioral and educational consultation, and professional development. Our programs serve PreK‑12 and up to age 22, addressing autism spectrum disorders, emotional/behavioral needs, global impairments, cognitive/intellectual disabilities, language disorders, ADHD/ADD, and non‑verbal learning disability.

Position Summary:

Provide direct reading instruction for students within all of ACCEPT programs.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)
• DESE License in current standing
• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching children with language‑based learning disabilities and/or young adults with special needs, preferably in a school environment
• Experience providing direct instruction, consulting to staff, and developing curriculum
• Comprehensive understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to Special Education; specific skills and/or competence required
• Flexibility, collaboration, and a “growth mindset”
• Ability to multi‑task and perform a range of instructional and administrative duties
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Attention to detail

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field
• Certified in a sequential phonics‑based program (i.e., Wilson, Orton‑Gillingham)

• Design and implement high‑quality instruction to students with reading needs, including mild‑moderate reading disabilities
• Administer and interpret both standardized and informal reading assessments to determine reading needs
• Provide explicit instruction using evidence‑based reading intervention practices to students with identified reading needs
• Utilize assessment data to monitor student progress, including development of IEP goals
• Attend and participate in IEP team meetings (annual, initial, 3‑year re‑evaluation, interim) as needed
• Collaborate with special education colleagues and multidisciplinary team members to ensure cohesive IEP implementation and service delivery
• Facilitate an inclusive model of special education within the ACCEPT community (provide resources, model best practices, disseminate strategies, etc.)
• Utilize instructional and assistive technology for students, as needed
• Participate in professional development responsive to the mission of ACCEPT and the needs of our student population
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and colleagues
• Adhere strictly to timelines for completion and submission of all required paperwork
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times (attendance, punctuality, dress, written and oral communication, etc.)

• Ability to work with children and young adults with special needs
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct
• Commitment to company values and mission
• Strong team player

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to walk, sit, use hands to type, handle or feel objects, reach