Special Education Teacher 36-Week Contract *Up to 55/hr

Methuen, MA 01844

Posted: 03/01/2026 Employment Type: Local Contract Job Category: Special Education Job Number: 173503

Job Description

Special Education Teacher 36-Week Contract Up to $55/hr
Location: Methuen, Massachusetts
Contract Duration: 36 weeks
Compensation: Up To $55/Hour Based on Experience

Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate you for a 36-week opportunity located in or near Methuen, MA. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Requirements

  • Education Requirements: Massachusetts special education teacher license
  • Certifications Requirements: Valid MA special education teacher license
  • Experience Requirements: Minimum 1 year of relevant teaching experience in a similar setting with strong classroom management skills
  • Other Requirements: Ability to work in substantially separate classrooms with small groups of up to 8 students; previous experience working with K-4 students preferred; must pass background check and be fully vaccinated

What We Offer

  • Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average. We benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments, plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.
  • Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: Your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.
  • Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license + CEU reimbursements, and more—because you deserve a partner who grows with you.
  • Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!), travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours, cancellation protection, and nationwide opportunities spanning major metros to underserved areas. We manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.
  • Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs, user-friendly portal for seamless onboarding (average 14 days), shifts customized to your needs, rapid interviews (typical 38 hours). We value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your schedule.

Why Connected Health Care?

  • We Care About Your Journey: We start by listening, providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel supported from the first click—aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.
  • Personalized Job Matches: Share your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state, or work-life balance needs. We craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.
  • Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner. We deliver 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements to ease the shortages.
  • A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide specialized education tailored to the needs of K-4 students in substantially separate classrooms
  • Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and coordinate with support staff and parents
  • Manage classroom behavior and foster a positive learning environment
  • Adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs and ensure academic progress
  • Collaborate with school team members to develop and modify lesson plans

Apply now through Connected Health Care – submit your resume today!

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