Elementary 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.

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.

Position Type:Full-time

Salary:$60,975 to $75,199 Per Year

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Learning Disabled

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-2 or PreK-8)
  
  SEI Endorsement
  
  Please send cover letter and resume to Daniel Cosgrove, Director of Human Resources at the following email address: application@quincypublicschools.com
• Please include "Special Education Teacher" in the subject line.
Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, or disability in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

• Daniel Cosgrove , Director of Human Resources
• 34 Coddington Street
• Quincy, Massachusetts 02169
• Phone: 617-984-8766
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