Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher position supporting elementary school-age students with low/moderate Language-Based Learning Disabilities in a substantially separate setting. Responsibilities Include: Develop and implement academic lessons following Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for all content areas and differentiate/modify those lessons according to student's Individualized Education Plans. Creating, modifying, and differentiating lessons based on the individual needs of students Utilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives including planning for individual, small, and/or whole group activities Implement behavior plans and other intervention strategies Collaborate with appropriate staff and/or parents to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Conduct developmental or educational evaluations and observations; write and present reports for team consideration Conduct or supervise data collection, summarize results for student records, and prepare written progress reports Ensure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to their designated timeline Assign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students Communicate student progress to parents/guardians and serve as a liaison between parents and the school Collaborate and communicate with other professionals including building administrators, related service providers, Special Education Director, and consultants, to develop approaches that benefit each student to ensure that making effective progress Assist students transitioning to adult services where appropriate Preferred Skills: Strong communication skills Knowledge of curriculum modifications Experience with supporting students with Language-Based Learning Disabilities Experience with behavior management/de-escalation strategies Possesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school Demonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits Ability to demonstrate competence in social-emotional learning techniques Willingness to try various approaches, depending on student needs Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional manner Excellent organizational and time management skills Utilize data and reflection to plan for support and interventions Ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems Reports To: Building principal and special education team administrator Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator The posted range reflects educators with beginner to mid-level experience, and is aligned with the Unit A Contract. For the complete salary schedule, please refer to the Quincy Public Schools website, Careers page.

Salary : $60,975 - $75,199