NFI Massachusetts, Inc.·Westborough, Massachusetts
Provide individualized high school science instruction and manage IEP goals for students with complex emotional and mental health needs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maintain a safe, therapeutic classroom environment and ensure regulatory compliance.
NFI Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher – High School Science to provide academic instruction and individualized educational services to students within a Department of Mental Health funded Intensive Residential Treatment Program (IRTP). This position supports students with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs within a structured therapeutic environment while ensuring compliance with DESE and IDEA regulations.
The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of the Massachusetts Science Curriculum Frameworks and demonstrate the ability to provide differentiated instruction within a therapeutic and highly supportive educational setting.
NFI Massachusetts Inc., is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We seek to empower individuals and support the diversity and inclusivity within our workforce.
NFI Massachusetts participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility as part of the I-9 verification process.
Requires Massachusetts DESE licensure in both Special Education (Moderate Disabilities 5-12) and High School Science. Experience with students facing behavioral or mental health challenges is preferred.
Market context
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