Substantially Separate Classroom TeacherModerate Special Needs Classroom

The Uxbridge Public Schools is seeking a special education teacher to work in a multi-age self-contained classroom at the Whitin Intermediate School (grades 4-7). The successful candidate will be a licensed dynamic and creative educator supporting both academic and functional skill development providing access to inclusive experiences for students and addressing the specific specialized instruction strategies and accommodations/modifications outlined in IEPs for students with disabilities. This position is assigned to a sub-separate classroom for students with successful candidate should submit a letter of interest resume and three current letters of reference. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree Required; Masters Degree preferred. Massachusetts licensure in moderate special needs or equivalent as outlined by Massachusetts DESE or qualifications to obtain such licensure while holding middle school licensure in another applicable subject area or : The candidate should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate an ability to work flexibly and collaboratively with students parents and the multidisciplinary team. He/she should have experience working with and/or teaching students with disabilities as well as knowledge and understanding of a range of disabilities and the related needs in an inclusive educational setting. Candidates must have familiarity with Curriculum Standards as well as with formal and informal research-based assessments and successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to inclusive pedagogy as well as to the vision of high expectations for achievement and equal access to high quality instruction for all students. Experience with the development and implementation of student education and behavior plans including knowledge and practices around grade level state approved curriculum and resourcesWriting assessing and reporting on student goals benchmarks and progressAttendance and participation in the Team meeting process including eligibility annual and re-evaluation meetings and IEP developmentProvision of specialized instruction in primary content areas including the development of modifications and accommodations relevant to student learningCollaboration with grade level educators specialists and support staff related to studentsCommunication with families/caregivers related to student progressAssessment/evaluation and standardized testing of students to support the eligibility evaluation processPlanning and providing direct instruction both in the inclusion classroom setting and in small group/individual settings per the students IEPAssessing student learning monitoring students understanding of the general education curriculum and adjusting instruction appropriatelyConsulting and collaborating with general education staff and specialists around student learning styles differentiated instruction curricula modifications and teaching materials appropriate for students with a range of learning needs and abilitiesAlign academic instruction to general education classroom expectationsDeveloping IEP goals and objectives consistent with student IEPs and completing related documentation and paperwork in a timely mannerEnsuring compliance with IEP development and implementation throughout all aspects of the special education process in accordance with federal and state regulationsFacilitating annual review and progress update Team meetings as neededAdministering and interpreting formal and informal educational assessments and preparing written evaluation reports as neededCollecting and analyzing student work samples and related data to monitor progress and identify skill gapsCollaborating with and providing supervision to paraprofessionals/ABA TechniciansMaintaining consistent communication with parents Provides support for paraeducators assigned to classroom support or student support.****************************************************************************************************************************My application affirms that I have read and understand that the information which I have provided with this application process and the accompanying resume is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree that any omission or falsified information shall subject me to disqualification from further consideration for employment and shall be considered justification for my immediate dismissal if discovered at a later date. I hereby authorize all persons schools current employer(s) and previous employers and other organizations named in the application process and accompanying resume to provide Uxbridge Public Schools with any relevant information that may be helpful in arriving at an employment decision. I hereby release indemnify and hold harmless said persons and entities and Uxbridge Public Schools from and all liability for providing and/or using this information.