Elementary Special Education Teacher - IEP Advocate

Young World Physical Education; Acushnet (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Acushnet Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for an anticipated position at Acushnet Elementary School in Acushnet, MA. The role focuses on planning lessons, implementing IEP goals, and conducting special education evaluations to support student growth.

The position supports IEP meetings, progress reporting, and ongoing communication with families and staff. JD requires DESE certification and a preferred bachelor’s degree; housing is managed through the district’s process.

Qualifications

• DESE Certification required.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Plan developmentally appropriate lessons for students in the classroom.
• Implement student IEP goals within the classroom setting.
• Provide special education evaluations for students.
• Write and monitor student IEPs.
• Participate in IEP meetings for students.
• Provide progress reports for students on IEPs as often as report cards.
• Attend professional development and meetings as scheduled by the Director of Student Services.
• Ongoing parent communication.
• Ongoing collaboration with other school staff.
• Classroom management and basic behavior management.

Education

DESE Certification

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Acushnet Public Schools seeks a Special Education Teacher for an anticipated position at Acushnet Elementary School in Acushnet, MA. The role focuses on planning lessons, implementing IEP goals, and conducting special education evaluations to support student growth.

The position supports IEP meetings, progress reporting, and ongoing communication with families and staff. JD requires DESE certification and a preferred bachelor’s degree; housing is managed through the district’s process.