Long Term Substitute position supporting elementary schoolage students with low/moderate LanguageBased Learning Disabilities in a substantially separate setting.
Responsibilities Include:
Develop and implement academic lessons following Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and differentiate/modify those lessons according to students Individualized Education PlansCreating modifying and differentiating lessons based on the individual needs of studentsUtilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives including planning for individual small and/or whole group activitiesImplement behavior plans and other intervention strategiesCollaborate 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 considerationConduct or supervise data collection summarize results for student records and prepare written progress reportsEnsure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to their designated timelineAssign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students Communicate student progress to parent/guardians and serve as a liaison between parents and the schoolCollaborate and communicate with other professionals including building administrators related service providers Special Education Director and consultants to develop approaches that benefit each student to assure that making effective progressProvide assistance for students transitioning to adult services where appropriatePreferred Skills:
Strong communication skillsKnowledge of curriculum modificationExperience with supporting students with LanguageBased Learning DisabilitiesExperience with behavior management/deescalation strategiesPossesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in schoolDemonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth as opposed to deficitsAbility to demonstrate competence in socialemotional learning techniquesWillingness to try various approaches depending on student needsAbility to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional mannerExcellent organizational and time management skillsUtilize data and reflection to plan for support and interventionsAbility to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problemsMinimum Requirements:
DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK8 SEI EndorsementReports to:
Building principal and Special Education Team AdministratorDirector of Special Education & Special Education CoordinatorQuincy 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.
Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin or handicap 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.
Long Term Substitute -Special Education Teacher
