Dallin Elementary School is looking for a Special Educator to cover for teachers who will be on leave in May and June 2024.

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

Special Education Learning Specialist

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ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Arlington, Ma 02476

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/LEARNING SPECIALIST

This is a long term substitute position to cover for a teacher who will be on a leave of absence. December 2023-June 2024

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Special Education Preferred

Two or more years successful teaching experience in Special Education Preferred

Massachusetts Certification in Special Education (Moderate/Severe)

REPORTS TO: Special Education Coordinator & Building Principal

JOB GOAL:

Responsible for planning instruction and/or curricula adaptations for included special needs students which allow students to meet high standards and success in typical settings.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide direct instruction to students enrolled in special

Plan and modify general education instruction

Consult with general education

Monitor student progress ingeneral education

Provides Reevlaution assessments and reports on findings

Develops IEP to determine goals and objectives

Prepare progress reports

Organize and chair annual Team Meetings

Administer testing for evaluations for benchmark monitoring

Maintain contact with familiess

Attend building Learning Team and consult with specialist

Perform other tasks as assigned by building Principal/Special Education Coordinator