Cambridge Public Schools
ETS, Teacher Special Educator, Amigos / OSS
Cambridge Public Schools, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Position: Extended Term Substitute (ETS), Teacher Special Educator
Available January 2026 - February 2026
Office of Student Services / Amigos School
Amigos School Community: La Escuela Amigos está dedicada a una sólida tradición de excelencia en la educación bilingüe del inglés y el español.
Located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood, Amigos is a comprehensive Junior K–8 school. Amigos welcomes students from diverse communities and cultural backgrounds. Through school-community collaborations, Amigos strives to provide quality out-of-school-time programs that foster linguistic and cultural connections.
Two-way immersion fosters high levels of academic achievement, bilingualism, and cultural competencies among students, ultimately contributing to their long-term preparation for the global economy. Bringing culturally diverse students together in situations donde cada uno tiene un estatus igual fomenta la motivación y promueve la cohesión, la construcción de comunidad y la cooperación.
El Office of Student Services (OSS) es responsable de proporcionar una variedad de apoyos y servicios a los estudiantes en Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Nuestros programas están dedicados a garantizar el acceso equitativo y el éxito de los estudiantes con discapacidades y los estudiantes que tienen necesidades de aprendizaje avanzadas.
The Opportunity: The Special Educator is responsible for providing specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both general education settings and separate special education settings. The Special Educator will work collaboratively with general education, special education, and related services staff to ensure that students with disabilities achieve positive educational outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct special education services to students with disabilities
Provide explicit instruction and/or support in reading/literacy, math, written language, and social-emotional behavior
Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools
Develop Individualized Education Programs for students based on various types of data specific to the students' present levels of functioning and performance
Provide instruction to students using systematic, structured, and multisensory approaches to learning
Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data to inform decisions regarding IEP goals/objectives, learning approaches/content, and support
Accommodate and modify for student learning, and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
Any related duties as outlined by the Assistant Superintendent, Special Education Director, and/or Coordinator of the Office of Student Services with mild/moderate special needs
Your Skill Set: As the incoming Special Educator, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:
Broad knowledge and experience of programs and services specific to students’ areas of eligibility (i.e, autism, academic, behavior, learning, etc.)
Above-average skills in collaboration
Excellent skills in oral and written communication
Demonstrated ability in collaborating and supporting parents and families
Demonstrated ability to problem solve
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive educational practices, including various co‑teaching approaches
General knowledge of various formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and skills
General knowledge of state and federal special education guidelines and requirements · Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Special Education required, Master's preferred, concentration in learning disabilities preferred
Massachusetts Certification of students with mild/moderate or severe special needs required · Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments
Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton‑Gillingham or Wilson Reading
How to Join Our Team: Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.
At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.
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Office of Student Services / Amigos School
Amigos School Community: La Escuela Amigos está dedicada a una sólida tradición de excelencia en la educación bilingüe del inglés y el español.
Located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood, Amigos is a comprehensive Junior K–8 school. Amigos welcomes students from diverse communities and cultural backgrounds. Through school-community collaborations, Amigos strives to provide quality out-of-school-time programs that foster linguistic and cultural connections.
Two-way immersion fosters high levels of academic achievement, bilingualism, and cultural competencies among students, ultimately contributing to their long-term preparation for the global economy. Bringing culturally diverse students together in situations donde cada uno tiene un estatus igual fomenta la motivación y promueve la cohesión, la construcción de comunidad y la cooperación.
El Office of Student Services (OSS) es responsable de proporcionar una variedad de apoyos y servicios a los estudiantes en Cambridge Public Schools (CPS). Nuestros programas están dedicados a garantizar el acceso equitativo y el éxito de los estudiantes con discapacidades y los estudiantes que tienen necesidades de aprendizaje avanzadas.
The Opportunity: The Special Educator is responsible for providing specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both general education settings and separate special education settings. The Special Educator will work collaboratively with general education, special education, and related services staff to ensure that students with disabilities achieve positive educational outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct special education services to students with disabilities
Provide explicit instruction and/or support in reading/literacy, math, written language, and social-emotional behavior
Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools
Develop Individualized Education Programs for students based on various types of data specific to the students' present levels of functioning and performance
Provide instruction to students using systematic, structured, and multisensory approaches to learning
Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data to inform decisions regarding IEP goals/objectives, learning approaches/content, and support
Accommodate and modify for student learning, and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
Any related duties as outlined by the Assistant Superintendent, Special Education Director, and/or Coordinator of the Office of Student Services with mild/moderate special needs
Your Skill Set: As the incoming Special Educator, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:
Broad knowledge and experience of programs and services specific to students’ areas of eligibility (i.e, autism, academic, behavior, learning, etc.)
Above-average skills in collaboration
Excellent skills in oral and written communication
Demonstrated ability in collaborating and supporting parents and families
Demonstrated ability to problem solve
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive educational practices, including various co‑teaching approaches
General knowledge of various formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and skills
General knowledge of state and federal special education guidelines and requirements · Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Special Education required, Master's preferred, concentration in learning disabilities preferred
Massachusetts Certification of students with mild/moderate or severe special needs required · Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments
Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton‑Gillingham or Wilson Reading
How to Join Our Team: Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.
At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.
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