Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher (Grades 612) Residential Transition Program for GirlsContract through Arbor AssociatesLocation: Springfield MA Full-Time Contract for 6monthsAre you a dedicated Special Education teacher who thrives in environments where compassion structure and purpose come togetherArbor Associates is seeking a committed Special Education Teacher to support a unique all-girls residential school and transition program. These students have faced significant challenges that prevent them from participating in traditional public school settings and youll play a key role in helping them find their way This Role MattersThis is more than just a teaching job. Its a chance to change lives. Youll work closely with students in grades 612 who are navigating social-emotional and behavioral challenges. Your classroom will be a safe space for academic growth emotional healing and the first steps toward reintegration into traditional educational Youll DoDeliver engaging trauma-informed instruction in core subjects (with a focus on Special Education and/or Math)Create individualized learning plans aligned with IEP goalsCollaborate with residential staff counselors and program leads to support student successSupport social-emotional learning and behavior management with empathy and consistencyFoster a sense of stability belonging and hope in each students journeyWhat You BringMA license in Special Education (or related subject areas like Math Grades 612)Experience teaching in a special education or alternative education settingComfort and confidence working with students who have social-emotional needsFlexibility patience and a deep belief in second chancesAbility to work on-site in a residential school environmentArbor Associates is more than a Human Services staffing firm. Were an active part of the communities we serve. We serve Southern New England including Greater Boston Central and Western Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We live and work in these communities and were committed to providing the care and support needed to help them thrive. Arbor has been around for 40 years specializing in Behavioral Health Medical and Education. Almost 40 years of experience means we know the industry very well. We match employees with fulfilling and flexible positions that best fit their qualifications needs and schedules. We aim to understand and support both our customers and their clients as well as our own associates as they care for those in Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin age protected veteran status or disability status. All interested applicants must be over the age of 18 authorized to work in the United States and pass a stringent background check including Criminal History Sexual Offender Registry and Department of Children and Families (DCF- MA)/Department of Children Youth and Families (DCYF-RI).By submitting this application you are giving your permission to Arbor Associates to send e-mail and/or SMS texts about career-related opportunities. Message & Data rates may apply. Reply STOP to quit HELP for help. Message frequency varies. Our privacy policy: Arbor AssociatesAt Arbor Associates we specialize in connecting compassionate professionals with roles where they can make a real difference. This is a contract opportunity but the impact youll have is long-lasting.