Special Education Teacher - ASD Program

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District

John Duval Jr. Elementary - Whitman, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Whitman-Hanson Reg School District

Job Details

Job ID:

5914750

Application Deadline:

Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO

PRINCIPAL DESE Educator's Licensure in Subject Area is Required

SEI Endorsement is required for ALL classroom and subject area teachers PK-12 and special education.

JOB GOALS

To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District

To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each 'student's abilities, interests, and needs

To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

INSTRUCTION

Instruct students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum

Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, and communicates these objectives to students.

Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation

Supports the learning needs of students in terms of their IEP goals and objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required

Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course

Assess the progress of students in terms of course objectives on a continuous basis and provide progress reports as required

Provides instruction aligned with students' IEP in the areas of Transition Skills, Functional Academics, and Life Skills. Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT

Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes

Establishes and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and teaching.

Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner

Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher's presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds) Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials, and facilities

With the support of the school's BCBA, implement individualized behavior plans and collect the corresponding data.

ORGANIZATION

Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations

Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching

Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors

Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations

Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents

Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency

Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments

Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.

PARENT/COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS

Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes

Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.

Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.

Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.

Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum, classroom performance, and teacher—student, staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.

Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.

CPI or equivalent training

QUALIFICATIONS

Massachusetts Special Education Certification.

Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.

Commitment to continuously improve professional competence

Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy, goals, curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.

Salary Schedule per Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required