Special Education Teacher-Long Term Substitute

Newton, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department:Special Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt):Exempt; Unit A

Reports to: Special Education Department Head / Principal

In compliance with state and federal laws newton public schools is committed to equity anti-racism anda nondiscrimination policyfor students employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individuals qualifications and achievements without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age pregnancy gender identity genetic information national origin ancestry homelessness physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher provides an appropriate educational program for 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.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process
Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Believes in helping all students achieve their potential including minority and low socio-economic students

Desired Qualifications:

Additionally licensed in a regular education content area (Science History Math English)

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access curriculum
Conduct IEP meetings and complete all related paperwork in a timely fashion
Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress
Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents
Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings
Consistent reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
Responsible for implementing other job related duties as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

A teacher is expected to move around the school on a regular basis and be visible within the school community.

Physical Requirements:

Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Department:Special EducationFLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt):Exempt; Unit AReports to: Special Education Department Head / PrincipalIn compliance with state and federal laws newton public schools is committed to equity anti-racism anda nondiscrimination policyfor students employees and prospective ap...