Elementary Special Education Teacher

Quincy, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Special Education Teacher position supporting elementary school-age students with low/moderate Language-Based Learning Disabilities in a substantially separate Include:Develop and implement academic lessons following Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for all content areas and differentiate/modify those lessons according to students Individualized Education 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 timeline Assign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students Communicate student progress to parents/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 ensure that making effective progressAssist students transitioning to adult services where appropriatePreferred Skills:Strong communication skills Knowledge of curriculum modificationsExperience with supporting students with Language-Based Learning DisabilitiesExperience with behavior management/de-escalation 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 social-emotional 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 problemsReports To:Building principal and special education team administratorDirector of Special Education & Special Education CoordinatorThe posted range reflects educators with beginner to mid-level experience and is aligned with the Unit A Contract. For the complete salary schedule please refer to the Quincy Public Schools website Careers page.