What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade Level Special Education Teacher position at Westford Public Schools?
- Demonstrate knowledge of Special Education with Moderate/Severe Disabilities
- Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students
- Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do
- Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills
- Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels
- Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed
- Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed
- Use assessment data to inform instruction
- Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown
- Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner
- Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction
- Communicate student progress and development to parents
- Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs
- Participate in IEP meetings as required
- Participate in professional growth opportunities
- Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students
- Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary
- Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
- Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students