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Special Education Teacher - Elementary (Anticipated)
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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
Qualifications:
Must be licensed as a Special Education teacher - Moderate Disabilities with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education SEI Endorsement Required Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher.General Duties:
Guides and evaluates the learning experience of the students in her/his classes and accepts responsibility for activities of students within her/his purview within the school building or on the school grounds.Specific Duties:
Provides differentiated curriculum instruction to students Participates in curriculum planning and professional development activities Prepares records and reports as required Provides for the care and protection of school property Keeps records and all books, supplies, and equipment in their classroom Accepts instructional and non-instructional assignments as provided for in the collective bargaining agreement Participates in faculty meetings and workshops Provides, when necessary, instructional help outside the regular student day within bounds established by the collective bargaining agreement Adheres to School Committee policyEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Weymouth Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Unit A CBABenefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance