LTS Special Education Liaison Mitchell Elementary School (Nov-June)

Needham Public Schoolsis an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled and warm LTSSpecial Education Liaison to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This position will join a motivated and dedicated special education team supporting one grade level throughinclusionand pull-out services to students. This is an exciting opportunity to grow and develop special education techniques and skills to provide students with a positive and enriching educational experience. We are also fortuante to have a special education administrator on staff to support the team.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS):NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency equity and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of thePortrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools 2 middle schools and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias bullying and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity workhere.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Special Education Coordinator and School Principal to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs in academics interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities outcomes; addressing students specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

• Conducts assessments testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Participates in team meetings and assists in developing Individual Educational Programs (IEPs) for students.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students IEPs and behavior management plans.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff and related service providers to ascertain individual students abilities and needs including students with special needs.
• Serves as a ready resource to students and parents that will lead each student to increased personal growth self-understanding and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars workshops or professional meetings or by conducting research and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and provides student information and data in order to write progress reports.
• Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Assists in the orientation of new teaching assistants and provides training and guidance as necessary.
• Priority will be given to applicants with Wilson training and/or certification.
• Provides direct instruction across the curriculum including accommodations and modifications per a variety of student needs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Skills Knowledge Abilities

• Knowledge of Special Education principles theories testing methods etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation and reflection with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Wilson or Orton-Gillingham Certification Highly Preferred

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Massachusetts DESE certificationin Moderate Disabilities

Preferred Qualification:

• Masters Degree in Special Education
• Prior special education teaching experience

Application and Selection Procedure:

Please applyonline. Applications will be considered only when a cover letter resume three letters of recommendation license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.

Compensation:

Compensation for substitutes is based on the duration of the coverage:

For a position from 1 to 15 dayscompensation is$22.40/hr.

For a positionthat extends between 16 to 60 days thecompensation is$26.46/hr.

For a positionthat extends between 61 to 90 days thecompensation is$31.07/hr.

For a positionthat extends between 91 to 179 days thecompensation is$43.23/hr.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion disability age active military/veteran status ancestry genetic information or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies employment policies and other administered programs and addition students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit ourequity website.