24-25 High School Special Education Teacher: SSC Program

Ma Hperd; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school district as a High School Special Education Teacher, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with diverse needs. This position focuses on creating an inclusive environment that fosters emotional and academic growth, ensuring that each student receives the necessary support to thrive. You will collaborate with a dedicated team to develop and implement Individual Education Programs (IEPs), administer assessments, and provide evidence-based interventions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while working in a diverse and supportive community. If you are passionate about education and committed to equity, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred along with Massachusetts Licensure for special education.
• Experience in ABA and ELL/SEL training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Addresses diverse learners' needs and administers assessments.
• Collaborates with TEAM members to implement IEPs and accommodations.
• Maintains accurate student records and fulfills case management responsibilities.

Skills

Special Education

Behavioral Management

Collaboration

Assessment Administration

Education

Master’s Degree

Massachusetts Licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities

Massachusetts Licensure in a Content Area

Tools

Powerschool Unified Talent

Job description

Applications will be accepted
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 12:00 AM -
Friday, February 7, 2025 11:59 PM
(Eastern Standard Time)

24-25 High School Special Education Teacher: SSC Program

Attleboro Public Schools are committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining a racially, ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse group of highly effective and culturally responsive staff. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and racially-affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness and inclusivity to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Job Description:

Position: 24-25 Teacher Special Education Student Success Classroom Grades 9-12

Location: Attleboro High School
Start date: February 7, 2025

The SSC program is designed to provide the therapeutic, academic, behavioral, and structural supports necessary for students with social-emotional/behavioral needs to successfully access general education and participate in the life of the school. The primary goal of the program is to develop, apply, and generalize the skills necessary to manage emotions, develop positive relationships, self-advocate, and make responsible decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master’s Degree preferred
2. Massachusetts Licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (5-12) or Severe (ALL)
3. Massachusetts Licensure in a Content Area (9-12) preferred
4. Exceptions to the above qualifications shall be made as the Superintendent deems appropriate and acceptable

JOB GOAL/PURPOSE: To ensure that students with an IEP receive services in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or Director of Special Education

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Addresses the needs of diverse learners in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations.
2. Administers assessments, interprets evaluations and writes reports.
3. Participates in multidisciplinary meetings to review evaluation results, integrates findings with other disciplines, provides recommendations, and develops Individual Education Programs (IEPs) based on TEAM recommendations.
4. Collaborates with TEAM members to implement specially designed instruction to support educational and social-emotional behavioral needs in accordance with student’s IEP.
5. Collaborates with the TEAM to determine and implement appropriate accommodations for classroom assessments and standardized examinations for special education students.
6. Completes all assigned paperwork for the special education process as state and federal regulations require.
7. Provides targeted and evidence-based interventions.
8. Fulfills all case management responsibilities associated with the IEP.
9. Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential student records.
10. Involvement at the community, system, building, and student levels for school-wide initiatives such as social-emotional learning, Universal Design, assistive technology, and program development.
11. Serves as a resource to develop effective teaching strategies for all students.
12. Responsible for annual reviews, written progress notes, parent/teacher conferences, and proctoring state assessments.
13. Uses evidence-based research and continuing education to address MA frameworks and to meet licensure requirements.
14. Guides and supports support staff in academic/social/behavioral management including in areas outside of the classroom such as recess, halls, and self-care.
15. Performs other responsibilities as deemed appropriate and assigned by a supervisor and/or designee.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Safety care or CPI trained preferred
2. 1-2 years as a special educator
3. Training or work experience in ABA
4. ELL and SEL training preferred i.e., trauma-informed instruction, culturally responsive teaching

Applications will be considered when submitted via our online application system with POWERSCHOOL UNIFIED TALENT. Qualified candidates should apply online at www.attleboroschools.com. Follow the Link to Central Office Human Resources, Employment Opportunities, and the job link to TalentEd Hire Pro to apply for this job.

E.O.E.

The Attleboro Public Schools does not, in any education program or activity that it operates, discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic-information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, immigration status, or any category protected by state or federal law. The Attleboro Public School District prohibits sex discrimination. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District’s Civil Rights and/or Title IX Coordinators. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.attleboroschools.com.