Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools.

We are hiring two Special Education Teachers to work in our Extended School Year (ESY) program supporting students in Kindergarten and 1st Grade. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact during the summer and continue supporting student growth in a focused, small-group setting.

Location: Westwood, MA
Dates: June 27, 2025 – August 1, 2025
Program Schedule: Half-day sessions, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM (6/30–8/1)

About the Program:

Our ESY program is designed to maintain academic, social-emotional, and communication skills for students identified for extended-year services. We offer a supportive team environment and a structured curriculum focused on:

• Reading and Math Support

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

• Communication Skill Development

Student Groups:

• Kindergarten Class: Students with a variety of learning needs including reading, math, SEL, and communication.

• 1st Grade Class: Similar support needs; potential for one class to serve as an Autism Support Class.

Qualifications:

• Valid MA Special Education Teacher Certification

• Experience working with students in early elementary (K–1st)

• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is preferred

• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Schedule:

• June 27, 2025: Staff orientation and classroom setup

• June 30 – August 1, 2025: Instructional days (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

To learn more about this opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.