Special Education Coach

About the Role

The Special Education Instructional Coach serves as a key leader in strengthening instructional quality across Watertown Public Schools. While the role focuses primarily on supporting elementary special education programming, it also leads the induction, mentoring, and development of new special education teachers across all schools. This position is designed to ensure high-quality, rigorous instruction for students with special needs in both inclusive and substantially separate settings.

The Coach works collaboratively with building leaders, general and special education teachers, related service providers, and behavioral and mental health professionals. The goal is to foster a culture of continuous improvement where new educators are supported through structured induction and experienced teachers receive job-embedded coaching, including lesson modeling, co-planning, and co-teaching.

About the Team

Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination. The district values a diverse community where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community. The Special Education team actively creates an environment where students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected, ensuring that instruction meets the needs of all learners.

Application Instructions

Candidates with multilingual skills, particularly Spanish and Portuguese, are encouraged to apply. All applicants must hold a valid Massachusetts Educator License with dual certification in Moderate Disabilities and Pre-K-8, and possess at least two years of teaching experience. Please note that a Master's degree in Education is strongly preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Watertown Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, the district prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Work location

Work model: On-site

34;36, Oliver Street, Watertown, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02172, United States

Watertown, Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSupport implementation of inclusive practices, co-teaching models, and differentiated instruction across settings
check_circleGuide new teachers on IEP development, documentation, and service delivery procedures
check_circleAssist the New Educator Mentor Committee with induction and development of new special education teachers
check_circlePartner with school leaders to monitor progress and provide targeted academic and behavioral supports
check_circleCollaborate with curriculum leaders, instructional coaches, and administrators to ensure instructional quality
check_circleEstablish and maintain appropriate relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members
check_circleFormulate and complete professional growth plans in collaboration with administrators
check_circleProvide job-embedded coaching to elementary special education teachers through modeling, co-planning, and co-teaching

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree required
verifiedMaster's in Education strongly preferred
verifiedValid Massachusetts Educator License
verifiedDual certification in Moderate Disabilities and Pre-K-8
verifiedAt least two years of teaching experience
verifiedMeet state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified

Nice to Have

Master's in Education. Multilingual candidates, specifically with Spanish and Portuguese language skills.

Company

Watertown Public Schools

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Headquarters

Watertown, MA

Open Roles

Watertown Public Schools operates within the primary and secondary education sector, based in Watertown, Massachusetts. The district delivers comprehensive academic instruction to students ranging from preschool through twelfth grade. This educational network encompasses three elementary schools, one middle school, and a single comprehensive high school, ensuring a continuous learning pathway for the local community. Beyond core academic requirements, the district maintains a robust array of supplementary services designed to support student development. These offerings include structured after-school programs, summer school sessions, and specialized enrichment activities. The organization also facilitates numerous athletic opportunities for its student body, promoting physical health and team engagement alongside classroom learning. All programs are tailored to serve the diverse needs of the Watertown student population.

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Spanish, Portuguese.

Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education strongly preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools

What does a Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools will support implementation of inclusive practices, co-teaching models, and differentiated instruction across settings; guide new teachers on iep development, documentation, and service delivery procedures; assist the new educator mentor committee with induction and development of new special education teachers; and partner with school leaders to monitor progress and provide targeted academic and behavioral supports.

What are the requirements for this Special Education Coach role?expand_more

Watertown Public Schools is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Education strongly preferred; Valid Massachusetts Educator License; Dual certification in Moderate Disabilities and Pre-K-8; At least two years of teaching experience; and Meet state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.

Where is the Special Education Coach role at Watertown Public Schools located?expand_more

Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools is based in 34;36, Oliver Street, Watertown, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02172, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Special Education Coach job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Watertown Public Schools has listed this Special Education Coach role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Special Education Coach role?expand_more

Candidates for Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Special Education Coach role at Watertown Public Schools?expand_more

Key skills for Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools include Spanish; and Portuguese.

What education is required for Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required; and Master's in Education strongly preferred.

What category does the Special Education Coach role belong to?expand_more

Special Education Coach at Watertown Public Schools is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.

About Watertown Public Schools

Beyond core academic requirements, the district maintains a robust array of supplementary services designed to support student development. These offerings include structured after-school programs, summer school sessions, and specialized enrichment activities. The organization also facilitates numerous athletic opportunities for its student body, promoting physical health and team engagement alongside classroom learning. All programs are tailored to serve the diverse needs of the Watertown student population.

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