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Elementary ESY Special Education Teacher – Substantially Separate Programs (15)

Young World Physical Education, Waltham, MA, United States


Elementary ESY Special Education Teacher – Substantially Separate Programs (15)
Waltham Public Schools is seeking dedicated Special Educators to lead our elementary Substantially Separate ESY programs. Candidates must hold a valid license in

Severe Special Needs

(a moderate license may be considered with significant experience in severe settings). These programs serve students with significant developmental, communication, and cognitive disabilities who require a highly individualized and predictable summer routine to prevent regression.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: providing specialized instruction and social‑emotional support to a variety of students, including students with Autism, multiple impairments, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and similar profiles that require instruction within a self‑contained environment.

Responsibilities include implementing modified academic curricula and programming tailored to the specific needs of each program’s cohort; implementing individualized plans and consistently collecting data on IEP benchmarks; overseeing all aspects of the classroom environment; reviewing student records to ensure service compliance; managing daily classroom schedules; maintaining proactive, supportive communication with Waltham families; and finalizing participation summary reports for each student at the conclusion of the session.

Job Details
Job ID: 5654125

Application Deadline: May 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Program Details

Dates: July 6 – August 6 (Monday – Thursday)

Student Hours: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm

Location: Stanley Elementary or Northeast Elementary

Teacher On-Campus Hours: 8:15 am – 1:45 pm (plus one hour of daily planning)

Compensation: $40.00 per hour | Total Stipend: $5,600.00 (inclusive of 20 session days and 10 hours of dedicated pre‑ and post‑program administrative work)

Non-Discrimination Notice: Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools is partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) to welcome diverse candidates. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

Position Type
Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Email: hr@walthampublicschools.org

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