Dynamic Special Education Teacher — IEP & Inclusion Champion

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The role may involve case management, co-teaching in regular education, and support for IEP goals while maintaining open communication with parents and teachers.

The teacher will contribute to the Special Education Department and participate in school community activities, with responsibilities across departmental and school-wide meetings and duties.

Qualifications

• DESE licensure required.
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process.
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• 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.
• 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

IEP process knowledge

Excellent communication

Student advocacy

Collaboration with parents & staff

Education

DESE licensure

Job description

Newton Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher to provide an appropriate educational program for students with special needs. The role may involve case management, co-teaching in regular education, and support for IEP goals while maintaining open communication with parents and teachers.

The teacher will contribute to the Special Education Department and participate in school community activities, with responsibilities across departmental and school-wide meetings and duties.