Special Education Teacher Moderate Disabilities High School in ACE Program (SY26-27)

Job Description:

Anticipated Special education teacher opening at Brookline High School in the ACE Program a regular education competency-based program of 55 students in grades 10-12. (Please see attached program profile) Candidates should have experience working with students that have a wide range of mild-moderate disabilities and are comfortable working collaboratively on a small team. Responsibilities include providing direct instruction to students in academic strategies content areas (small group instruction and/or inclusion co-teaching within the general education setting) conducting curriculum-based assessments writing IEPs and progress reports general case management communicating with parents and attending IEP meetings.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct specialized core academic instruction/support in core content area in a small group setting or inclusion classroom
• Provide high-level individualized instruction across content areas and/or learning skills as needed to target IEP goals and objectives.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons with clear and measurable objectives based on the MA Curriculum Frameworks and student IEPs that are relevant to the appropriate curriculum and students in class.
• Collaborate with general educators in the small group and co-taught settings implementing appropriate accommodations planning differentiating and supporting the instruction for students with IEPs
• Employ special education strategies and techniques during instruction to improve student skills ( executive functioning reading comprehension written expression self advocacy etc.)
• Manage class operation by setting high academic and behavioral expectations implementing routines anticipating potential problems and taking appropriate preventative measures.
• Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools.
• Conduct initial or reevaluation assessments as required by mandated timelines.
• Maintain accurate and complete students records and prepare reports IEPs on assigned caseloadas required by laws district policies and administrative procedures.
• Understand the Individual Education Plan of students in class and/or caseload participate in team meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicate and consult with parents administrators and other professionals on students academicsocial and behavioral progress.
• Meet all deadlines in the IEP process including but not limited to IEP meeting timelines progress report timelines etc.
• Maintain professional competence by actively participating in staff development activities curriculum development meetings department meetings and other professional opportunities.
• Coordinate guide and direct the classroom including paraprofessionals and support staff working with students.
• Fulfill department and school duties as assigned by high school administrators
• Comply with all personnel policies of the Public Schools of Brookline
• Fulfill other duties as directed by the special education administrator principal or designee

Requirements Qualifications:

• DESE certification Teacher of students Moderate Disabilities 5-12 - REQUIRED;
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills
• SEI Endorsement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional Mass DESE certification in secondary content area (i.e. English 8-12 History 8-12 Math 8-12 Biology 8-12 Chemistry 8-12 etc.). Proficiency in math curriculum through PreCalculus a plus.

The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.

The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

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