NFI Massachusetts, Inc.·Westborough, Massachusetts
Provide individualized SEL and transition-focused instruction to high school students with complex mental health needs within a therapeutic residential program. Develop and monitor IEP goals while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support student stabilization and successful transitions.
NFI Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher – High School SEL/Transition Specialist to provide individualized educational and transition-focused 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 social-emotional learning, executive functioning, transition planning, and therapeutic educational practices while supporting students in developing emotional regulation, self-advocacy, vocational readiness, and independent living skills.
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 a Massachusetts DESE Special Education Teacher License for Moderate Disabilities (5-12). Experience in transition planning, SEL, and working with students facing emotional or behavioral challenges is preferred.
Market context
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