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’re excited to share an opportunity for a Special Education Teacher in Worcester County, MA for the 2025–2026 school year.

This role offers the chance to work with a supportive district team, providing services to elementary and middle school-aged students with autism as well as social, behavioral, and emotional needs. You’ll play a key role in delivering individualized instruction, implementing IEPs, and collaborating with general education teachers, support staff, and families to help students thrive. This is a fully in-person position with a full-time Monday–Friday schedule.

Position Details:

• Location: In-Person (no hybrid or remote options).

• Schedule: Full school days, Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00am–3:00pm, depending on the classroom.

• Duration: September 2025 – June 2026.

• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 35–40 hours per week.

• Grade Level: Elementary school (K–5) or middle school (6–8).

Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized instruction aligned with students’ IEPs.

• Create an inclusive learning environment tailored to each student’s needs.

• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, and support staff.

• Implement differentiated teaching strategies to support student engagement.

• Support students’ academic, social, and behavioral development.

• Advocate for students’ success through consistent communication and support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field.

• Massachusetts state teaching certification in Special Education.

• Experience working with K–5th or 6th–8th grade students with special needs in a classroom setting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Guaranteed weekly hours.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply:

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

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.