25-26 School Building Substitute Special Education
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Job Location:
Somerville, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary:
The Building Substitute for Special Education supports the Somerville High School Special Education Department by providing continuity of instruction and services when special education teachers are absent. This role works exclusively within special education classrooms implementing lesson plans supporting students with diverse learning needs and maintaining a safe structured and inclusive learning environment. The substitute collaborates with special education staff and follows IEPs behavior plans and established classroom procedures to ensure students receive appropriate instruction and support.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The responsibilities listed below reflect the primary duties of the position; the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the role. Additional responsibilities that are similar related or a logical assignment to the position may be assigned as needed to meet program legal or operational needs.
- Foster a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies;
- Ensure the adequate supervision to assure health welfare and safety of all students;
- Maintain classroom control and take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities;
- Report to office upon arrival and departure at school;
- Review lesson plans materials and/or instructions left by absent teacher;
- Report student injuries accidents illnesses or discipline problems to the school principal immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible;
- Implement accommodations and supports as clearly outlined in students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or plans provided for the day.
- Consult with special education teachers as needed.
- Implement lesson plans while ensuring the integrity of academic time and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate;
- Organize students for effective instruction;
- Dismiss all students from the classroom before leaving the building;
- Comply with and support school and division regulations and policies;
- Maintain and respect confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
- Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
- Performs other duties consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position as assigned.
Knowledge Abilities & Skills:
- Knowledge of specialized instruction
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues to ensure student needs are met
- Ability to follow and implement the accommodations and modifications on students Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positions essential functions.
Mobility:Frequent walking standing and navigating stairs.
Lifting/Strength:Ability to lift push pull or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g. books supplies equipment).
Physical Dexterity:Bending crouching kneeling stooping and reaching to assist students.
Stationary Tasks:Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.
Qualifications & Requirements:
DESE License as a Special Education Teacher grades 9-12 required
Reporting Relationships:
Position Reports to: TheSchool Building Princiapl and SPEDCoordinator at Somerville High School
Position Supervises: Not Applicable
Position Details:
Location: Somerville High School
Department: Special Education
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Terms of Employment:
Employment Status:Full Time
Work Year: 183 days Monday-Friday (school year calendar)
Work Hours: 7:45am-2:45pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits: Eligible and in accordance with the SPS Non-Union Benefits Package
Salary: $54900
Pre-Employment Requirements:
MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
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The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Preschool Experience
- Special Education
- Computer Literacy
- Teaching
- Cordova
- Experience with Children
- Toddler Care
About Company
Education - Inspiration - Excellence are the themes that characterize the instructional services, departments and programs of the Somerville Public Schools. Our Mission: The Somerville Public Schools is dedicated to the realization of the full intellectual, physical, social, and e ... View more
