Special Education Teacher - Elementary (Long Term Substitute)

Department: Fine and Performing Arts

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt): Non-Exempt, Non-Aligned (LTS)

Reports To: School Principal, Special Education Administrator

SUMMARY

The Special Education Teacher provides an appropriate educational program for middle school students with special needs. This teacher may act as a case manager for a group of students, co-teach in a regular education department, teach a substantially separate subject area class, and support student acquisition of skills related to IEP goals. The teacher is also expected to maintain open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, as well as contribute to the regular functioning and development of the Special Education Department, and fulfill other responsibilities as a member of the broader school community.

This is a long term substitute role covering a leave of absence from November 2026 to June 2027.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Education
• Demonstrated experience with kindergarten learning principles

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities to improve instruction and become up to date on district initiatives
• Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Holds parent conferences in the fall and spring to discuss individual student progress
• Instructs students in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and an anti-bullying curriculum
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Provides targeted intervention to close student learning gaps
• Bachelor's Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to operate computer, printer, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Sufficient mobility to navigate within a large or small school building
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

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