Adaptive SPED Substitute Teacher — IEP & Behavior Support

Andover Public Schools; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Andover Public Schools seeks qualified educators to provide specialized instructional support under IEP guidelines. The role involves designing and delivering small group or individual instruction for students with diverse needs, and adapting curricula and environments to maximize learning outcomes.

Candidates will participate in IEP meetings, serve as case managers, and collaborate with general education staff to implement effective behavioral and instructional strategies.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Teaching Certification: Teacher of Moderate Special Needs is required.
• Experience instructing students with learning disabilities, social emotional disabilities, autism, and other special needs.
• Experience in adapting materials/curriculum for special needs students.
• Strong curriculum/academic background.
• Ability to consult with general education teachers regarding learning needs of special education students.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in mainstream or pullout settings according to IEP goals.
• Modify curricula, materials, and environments to meet individual student needs.
• Complete diagnostic academic testing as required.
• Participate in IEP Team meetings for assigned or referred students.
• Act as Case Manager, communicating with parents and staff, and preparing reports.
• Write specific IEP goals & objectives for students.
• Design and implement behavior support plans.
• Provide consultation to staff on modifying instruction for special education students.
• Attend special needs staff meetings and cross-staff meetings.
• Write IEP progress reports and manage budget/inventory reports as requested.
• Provide small group or individualized instruction as prescribed.

Skills

IEP development & planning

Case management

Curriculum adaptation

Team teaching

Behavior management

Educational consultation

Collaboration with staff

Technology in classroom

Education

Massachusetts Teaching Certification: Teacher of Moderate Special Needs

Tools

Diagnostic testing tools

Assessment & progress reporting software

Job description

Andover Public Schools seeks qualified educators to provide specialized instructional support under IEP guidelines. The role involves designing and delivering small group or individual instruction for students with diverse needs, and adapting curricula and environments to maximize learning outcomes.

Candidates will participate in IEP meetings, serve as case managers, and collaborate with general education staff to implement effective behavioral and instructional strategies.