What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Special Education Teacher – Emotional Support Program position at Thorpe Elementary?
Danvers Public seeking a Special Education Teacher (K-5)
This position reports to the Building Principal
Position Type: Full-Time, School-Year
Danvers Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Elementary Special Education Teacher to support students in the Emotional Support Program (Grades K–5). This teacher will deliver specially designed instruction and individualized supports to students with emotional and behavioral disabilities. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in building trusting relationships with young learners, supporting social-emotional growth, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each student receives the academic and behavioral support they need to thrive in the school environment.
Job Description
Program Coordination and Oversight
Serve as case manager and primary point of contact for students enrolled in the Emotional Support Program
Coordinate and monitor the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, and behavior supports in collaboration with related service providers
Maintain accurate documentation and use data to monitor student progress in both academic and social-emotional domains
Partner with school leadership to ensure programming is developmentally appropriate and aligned with district guidelines
Specially Designed Instruction & Student Intervention
Deliver individualized instruction targeting IEP goals in areas such as emotional regulation, social skills, coping strategies, and executive functioning
Provide small group and one-on-one support to address behavioral and academic challenges
Adapt general education curriculum to meet the diverse learning and emotional needs of students
Implement and consistently reinforce behavior intervention plans (BIPs) in partnership with school-based behavior teams
Consultation and Collaboration
Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusive practices, accommodations, and classroom-based interventions
Participate in IEP meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and student support team discussions
Serve as a resource to staff, offering consultation on behavior management strategies and emotional support practices
Family and Community Engagement
Establish and maintain open, supportive communication with families to strengthen the school-home partnership
Coordinate with outside agencies, service providers, and support networks to ensure continuity of care
Provide families with guidance and resources related to emotional and behavioral development, when appropriate
Team Support and Professional Development
Work closely with counselors, school psychologists, social workers, and other specialists to provide coordinated support services
Engage in ongoing professional development related to trauma-informed care, behavior intervention, and emotional disabilities
Contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture that promotes student well-being and social-emotional success
Support crisis intervention planning and response in collaboration with school leadership and student support teams
Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.
The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.
Salary : $61,187 - $120,066