Special Education Teacher

A special educator in ASRSD will co-teach with a grade-level/subject educator to meet the needs of the students on their caseload, co-facilitating engaging lessons that develop student understanding in a supportive classroom environment that fosters student belonging.

• Modifies and/or adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized education programs within established lesson plans
• Works cooperatively with general education teachers for the purpose of assisting students with work initiation and completion
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject-specific assessments, etc. for the purpose of assessing student competency levels, monitoring student progress, and/or developing individual educational programs
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student achievement; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g., behavioral, motor development, and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities, etc.) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration
• Collaborates with instructional staff, counselors, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan
• Directs instructional assistants for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students
• Working with students and school-based mental health professionals on recognizing and understanding their thoughts and emotions, how those emotions and thoughts influence their behavior, how to cope with stress, and maintaining positive and cooperative relationships with teachers and peers
• Monitors students’ behavior/activities in a variety of educational environments for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
• Participates in and/or coordinates a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions
• Prepares a variety of written materials for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements
• Other duties as determined by the building principal
• Administers, under supervision, crisis de-escalation, first aid, and assistance to medically fragile children (e.g., tube feeding, toileting, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for children as assigned

Position Type:Full-time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Ayer Shirley Regional School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Our vision is to connect, engage, and inspire all students in the Ayer Shirley Regional School District to reach academic excellence. We, the educators of the Ayer Shirley Regional School District, will instill habits of reflection and inquiry to challenge our students in setting ambitious academic and personal goals. Students will develop a strong voice to express thoughts and ideas in the community and the confidence to showcase their talents and successes in preparation for entry into college and the world of work.

• MA DESE licensure Severe Disabilities, all levels and/or Moderate Disabilities, 5-12 required
• Bachelor’s Degree at a minimum
• SEI endorsement required
• Experience working with adolescents and families struggling with complex social/emotional challenges, including ASD
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

There are no application questions required for this job posting.

• Spencer Christie
• 141 Washington Street
• Ayer, Massachusetts 01432
• Phone: 978-772-8600
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