Dynamic Special Education Teacher & IEP Advocate

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for middle school to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The teacher may act as a case manager, co-teach in a regular education department, or teach a substantially separate subject area, while supporting IEP goals.

The role requires maintaining open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, and contributing to the department's development within the

Qualifications

• Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE.
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process.
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use technology effectively.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential, including minority and low socio-economic students.

Responsibilities

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access curriculum
• Conduct IEP meetings and complete all related paperwork in a timely fashion
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress
• Co-teach in regular education content area, or teach substantially separate subject
• Prepare students for transition to post‑high school life
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents
• Attendance at departmental and school‑wide meetings
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

Skills

DESE licensure

IEP experience

Disabilities knowledge

Communication skills

Technology use

Behavior support

Equity focus

Education

MA teaching license

Job description

Newton Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for middle school to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The teacher may act as a case manager, co-teach in a regular education department, or teach a substantially separate subject area, while supporting IEP goals.

The role requires maintaining open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, and contributing to the department's development within the