Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher This position reports to the Building Principal and Special Education Coordinator. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Special Education, a Massachusetts License as a Special Education Teacher, and strong collaboration/consultation skills. They should also excel in organization, multi-tasking, and communication, both oral and written. Extensive knowledge and experience in teaching Reading, Written Expression, and Mathematics to disabled students are preferred. The primary responsibilities include improving the skills of students with disabilities through direct teaching, evaluating students for eligibility and progress monitoring, consulting with teachers and staff on educational needs, providing information to parents about their child's disabilities and progress, and directing paraprofessional staff in program implementation. Specific tasks involve teaching in various settings, collaborating with educational teams, evaluating students, supervising paraprofessionals, observing students for evaluation, participating in team meetings, writing progress reports, and administering interim assessments. Teachers will work with students with various disabilities and may work in Preschool, Primary, or Intermediate schools. Physical requirements include standing, walking, reaching, lifting, bending, and kneeling for prolonged periods, as well as visual, hearing, and verbal communication skills. Teachers must maintain sustained energy throughout the school day and respond quickly to emergencies. Salary and benefits will be determined in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.