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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$82,726 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Revere Public Schools is committed to providing personalized and meaningful education to all students so that they individually experience superior personal development by:
- Engaging all members of our educational community in the decision-making process
- Ensuring rigor and relevance throughout all curricular areas
- Ensuring positive relationships among all members of the school community
- Fostering resilience within all members of the school community
- Fostering and celebrating innovation throughout our systemOur District Vision is to be an inclusive community of continuous learners in which all stakeholder voices are valued and contribute meaningfully to district-level decision making.
- Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year
- Work directly with all school staff members
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students progress and development
- Utilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instruction
- Manage student behavior in the classroom
- Create a positive classroom environment to support learning for all students
- Utilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students
- Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms
- Communicate and meet with caregivers regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child
- Incorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learning
- Participate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as needed
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree in education or related field; Masters degree preferred
- Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education licensure in General Science (Grades 5-8) and SEI Endorsement
- High level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent computer/technology skills with the ability to utilize various computer software and app programs
- Committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic and linguistic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap
- A self-reflective, active learner capable of interactive dialogue with all members of the school community
- Ability to properly manage confidential information
- Able to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and respect for others with the ability to establish rapport with and relate to students, caregivers, and coworkers with respect, compassion, tact and understanding
- Strong commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and anti-racist practicesPlease attach ELAR information to SchoolSpring application.
SCHEDULE & COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT
- Schedule, salary, and benefits will be determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Revere School Committee and the Revere Teachers Association.