Special Education Teacher- Achieve Program

North Middlesex Regional School District - Pepperell, MA

- Mid Level

Pepperell, MA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Special Education Teacher's role is to help students learn subject matter and skills, subject to Special Education Laws, that will contribute to their educational development, in consideration of their cognitive learning abilities. The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Responsibilities

• Complete the paperwork process associated with the duties of a special education liaison, including, but not limited to, the development of I.E.P.s and progress reports.
• Advise and assist co-teachers and colleagues with implementing modifications of curriculum materials to address the learning difficulties of students.
• Provides/implements modifications of curriculum materials to address the learning difficulties of students.
• Prepare and maintain such records as required or necessary to facilitate the flow of information among staff and others.
• Communicate/consult with parents to keep them informed of student progress and involve them in efforts directed at I.E.P. goal attainment.
• Assist with material management of the Pupil Services program by aiding in the development of the annual budget by recommending needed supplies, equipment and other materials.
• Develop a personal plan for professional development in collaboration with the Principal and Special Education Administrator.
• Ensure that all Massachusetts Special Education Regulations are followed and implemented.
• Any other relative teaching duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's Degree preferred; Bachelor's Degree in area of major study is required.
• Minimum of five years teaching experience, preferably in a MA public school setting.
• Valid Massachusetts Teaching License with certification as a Special Education Teacher at the grade k-6 level.