Long-Term Substitute, Elementary Special Education Language Classroom

Position: Long-Term Substitute, Elementary Special Education for a Language Based Classroom
WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Title:

Long-Term Substitute, Elementary Special Education for a Language Based Classroom

Position Summary:

The Special Educator provides direct instruction, case management, and service coordination for students with special needs in accordance with Chapter 766 and P.L. 94-142. This role includes consultation and collaboration with general education teachers and related service providers to ensure effective implementation of IEPs.

We are seeking a Special Educator experienced in teaching students with dyslexic profile in grades 3-5 across both subseparate and inclusion settings. Wilson Reading System certification is preferred; candidates with strong expertise in structured, multi-sensory phonics-based literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading, are encouraged to apply. The educator will collaborate with a reading specialist and three teaching assistants to design and deliver specialized, language-based instruction.

Services are delivered through a resource room model and include academic support, executive functioning instruction, co-teaching in general education classrooms, and small-group or individual pull-out services. Students served present with mild to moderate disabilities across a range of needs.

Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to):

* Create an inclusive, equitable classroom environment that fosters belonging and high expectations for all students.

* Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals in resource, inclusion, and pull-out settings.

* Plan and implement structured, language-based literacy instruction and targeted interventions.

* Monitor student progress using formal and informal assessments; adjust instruction accordingly.

* Lead and manage the IEP process, including evaluations, TEAM meetings, IEP development, and progress reporting.

* Collaborate with general educators, specialists, counseling staff, ESL staff, and administration to support student success.

* Communicate regularly and effectively with families/caregivers.

* Supervise and direct Teaching Assistants supporting students on the caseload.

* Participate actively in grade-level, PLC, department, and district initiatives.

* Provide professional learning or consultation to staff as needed.

* Maintain an organized, safe, and accessible classroom environment.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Director of Student Services.

Physical and

Work Environment Requirements :

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Duties include communicating effectively; operating standard school technology; moving throughout school environments; supervising student safety; multitasking; and lifting up to 25 lbs. The work environment noise level ranges from moderate to loud.

Qualifications:

* Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

* Successful completion of C.O.R.I., S.O.R.I., and fingerprinting

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree required;
Master's degree in Special Education preferred

* MA DESE licensure in Special Education (appropriate grade level)

* MA DESE SEI Endorsement

* Wilson Reading or Orton-Gillingham certification highly desirable

* Experience teaching students with disabilities in diverse public school settings preferred

* Experience with language-based/dyslexia instruction and executive functioning support

* Experience collaborating in inclusive classroom settings

* Familiarity with Google Suite and Power School preferred

Knowledge and

Skills:

* Strong understanding of student-centered pedagogy and inclusive practices

* Knowledge of Massachusetts curriculum standards and UDL principles

* Ability to analyze assessment data to inform instruction

* Experience developing and implementing IEPs and behavior plans

* Understanding of state and federal special education regulations

* Commitment to diversity, equity, belonging, and social justice

Salary Range:
Compensation for this position will be in accordance with the Wayland Public Schools Substitute Pay Guidelines varying from $100-$250 per day

Work Schedule:

Beginning 04/14/2026-06/23/2026, Full-Time, 7:45am-2:45pm

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or…