Inclusion Specialist Position Available In Hampden, Massachusetts

Inclusion Specialist
Holyoke Public Schools
PECK – Holyoke, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5229816

Application Deadline:

Jun 24, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 10, 2025

Starting Date:

Immediately
Job Description

Job Description:

The Inclusion coordinator position at Peck will be primarily responsible for overseeing the success and integration of the five sub separate programs at Peck (ABL, Functional, Rise, SIP, Newcomers,) and act as a liaison between the administration and program(s) to ensure the stability and growth of all programs and the success of our staff and students. Roles and Responsibilities Works with the Inclusion and SIP team via weekly meetings
Supports inclusion scheduling and preparation for ABL students with partial inclusion
Bridges inclusion access & support between general education staff & special education staff for ALL inclusion students on IEPs, including students without ASD
Collects and shares building-based inclusion data, per request of building administration. (STAR, SIPPs, IM, ST Math, # of placement changes, grid b minutes in IEP)
Participates in the implementation of SSPs & crisis/safety interventions as needed
Facilitates monthly meetings with general education teachers and ABL teachers who have students joining ELA/Math blocks
Collaborates and meets with IEP team members regarding possible placement changes from ABL to SIP; attends IEP meetings that involve a change of placement from ABL to SIP and vice versa; Creates transition plan from one program to another, once change of placement is approved
Observes SIP and ABL students in general education settings to make sure the curriculum is differentiated and accommodations/ IEP modifications are in place
Works with ELA and Math Coaches to provide general education curriculum, resources, and training to ABL/Functional/RISE/Newcomers teachers
Provide support to students on IEPs in general education classrooms(Sub-Separate and SIP).
Assist in developing and implementing behavior intervention plans and positive reinforcement strategies (Sub-Separate and SIP).
Collaborate with teachers to co-plan, co-teach, and modify curriculum and instruction, while ensuring IEP accommodations and Modifications are implemented (Sub-Separate and SIP).
Act as a liaison to promote inclusion between special education and general education staff (Sub-Separate and SIP).
Help develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for students in inclusion classes (Sub-Separate and SIP).
Ensure implementation of accommodations and modifications outlined in IEPs by collaborating with Special Education Paraprofessionals- Assigned Shared Paras and 1:1 Paras ( Caseload and Sub-Separate and SIP).
Support data collection and progress monitoring for instructional decisions and IEP goals/Student Support Plans (Caseload and Sub-Separate and SIP).
Participate in IEP meetings (Caseload), offering input on student performance and support needs (Students in Sub-Separate and SIP). Communicate with families about student progress and support strategies (Caseload and Sub-Separate and SIP).
Responsible for gathering and analyzing all relevant data points (Teacher Information Forms, Baseline, Goals, and Benchmarks, etc) before the IEP meeting to ensure informed decision-making (Caseload and students in Sub-Separate and SIP)

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$51,000 to $73,000 FT10
Equal Opportunity Employer
Holyoke Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national Origin, ancestry, age, sex, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Kevin McGrath , Principal
PECK

Phone:

413-535-0345

Email:

kmcgrath@hps.holyoke.ma.us
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