What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education teacher - Student support [SY26-27] position at Forestdale School?
Overview of the Malden Public Schools: The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community.
Malden Public Schools employs more than 1,000 employees and we are actively seeking employees who are passionate about students. Join our team!
Job Description:
- Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, having familiarity in identifying access points for student portfolio development.
- Provide small-group instruction as well as inclusion support to students diagnosed with moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
- Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
- Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. If needed, develop and implement curriculum, and collect and analyze student work in preparation for MCAS Alternative Assessment to assure progress and development.
- Collaborate as a team member within the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.
Location(s): Forestdale School
Qualifications:
- DESE license in Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 OR Severe Disabilities All (required)
- SEI Teacher Endorsement (required)
Reports to: Building Principal
Salary: Commensurate with Malden Public Schools’ Unit A teacher salary schedule
To Apply: Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via School Spring
Salary : $59,890 - $119,382