Practical Academics Special Education Teacher SY 26-27

The Emily G. Wetherbee School is seeking a Special Education Practical Academics teacher responsible for planning and co-teaching with the core content teachers in a grade-level. Inclusion, pull-out, and co-teaching models to be determined by students' Individualized Educational Plans. The ideal candidate possesses a belief that all students are capable of learning. Teacher responsibilities include, but are not limited to: -Participating and collaborating with colleagues effectively in grade-level and content vertical planning meetings -Attending IEP, 504, student support, and team meetings -Participating in family engagement activities -Establishing and maintaining grade-level paraprofessional collaboration in the classroom -Demonstrating preparation and skill in working with students from various cultural, economic and ability backgrounds -Encouraging and monitoring the progress of individual students and using this information to adjust teaching strategies -Maintaining accurate and complete records of students' progress and development -Encouraging parent and community involvement The Emily G. Wetherbee School is a small K-8 neighborhood school in Lawrence, Massachusetts, that believes in fostering a deep-rooted love of learning and curiosity.