1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher, Intensive Learning Program - Winthrop Elementary School

Job Description: The Winthrop Elementary School is looking for a Special Education teacher for an Intensive Learning Program servicing students in grades PreK - 2. The successful Special Education teacher candidate will work in partnership with program staff, parents, and school staff in accordance with the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District mission and vision, while complying with Federal and State regulations in order to promote student inclusion and achievement. Responsibilities include but not limited to: *Complete all associated paperwork including monitoring student performance, data collection, share in responsibilities for writing IEPs and progress reports, etc. *Participate in the Team process (Initial Evaluations, Annual Reviews, and Reevaluation Team Meetings, parent conference, team consultations) *Maintain communication between teachers, specialists, families, and any outside providers *Conduct academic/functional skills/behavior assessments individually or as part of a multidisciplinary evaluation *Develop behavior plans and individual programs for students *Implement direct/explicit instruction focused on ADLs, behavioral strategies, and support to content areas utilizing multi-sensory teaching, differentiated strategies, language-based techniques, and applied behavioral analysis for students in grades PreK-2 with severe special needs receiving services in a substantially separate classroom. *Promote and assist in the implementation of research-based strategies to ensure the transition and generalization of students’ academic and social skills throughout the school community. *Utilize appropriate classroom management strategies, including a comprehensive positive behavior intervention system, to ensure a successful and motivating instructional environment within the classroom and throughout the school. *Use a multi-disciplinary approach to gather various sources of information for progress monitoring in order to routinely implement data-based decision-making practices to guide instruction and lesson planning. *Provide supervision of program ESPs. *Coordinate student and staff schedules to ensure compliance with IEP requirements and the efficient use of resources. *Perform other duties as determined by building Principal, Elementary Coordinator of Special Education, and/or Director of Student Services. Job Requirements Master’s Degree in Special Education, required; Massachusetts Educators License - Severe Disabilities; A minimum of two years’ successful experience as a special education teacher in an elementary public school or special education private school setting preferred; Experience with development and implementation of individual and whole class behavior support plans; Expertise with access and entry points to MA Standards and curriculum modification; Knowledge of the requirements of state and federal regulations; Proficiency in educational diagnostic and prescriptive testing; Assistive Technology and AAC experience; Strong ability to collaborate with all staff; Citizenship, residency or work visa required