Elementary Teacher for Students with Autism

Young World Physical Education; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 63,696 - 123,530; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System

Summer program pay in addition to salary

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Chelsea, MA, is seeking an Elementary Teacher for Students with Autism to start immediately. The teacher will provide specialized instruction according to each student’s IEP while fostering an inclusive and safe learning environment for academic and social growth.

Preferred qualifications include DESE licensure in Moderate or Severe Disabilities, along with experience working with students with Autism. A strong focus on collaboration with service providers and families is key in this role. Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary range apply.

Qualifications

• Current DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities preferred.
• Experience working with students with Autism and knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.
• Candidates close to licensure, eligible, or with a different DESE license are considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to address goals within each student’s IEP.
• Utilize positive reinforcement and classroom routines to create a safe learning environment.
• Maintain communication with families regarding student progress.

Skills

Experience working with students with Autism

Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis

Current DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities

Education

DESE licensure

Job description

Elementary Teacher for Students with Autism

Starting Date: Immediately

Shore Educational Collaborative was established in 1975 as one of 24 educational collaboratives in Massachusetts, providing public special education to students with disabilities. Over 180 students, aged 3-22, attend our school in Chelsea, receiving a comprehensive education and related services.

At Shore, we believe that every person can grow, learn, and achieve goals that are meaningful to them. Our work is guided by our core values – educate, enrich, inspire – and we operate with respect, integrity, accountability, and compassion. We center our students, striving to be exceptional in our programs while honoring our community of diverse backgrounds, experiences, beliefs, and perspectives. We believe in collaboration and a strong team, with an 88% retention rate of professional staff.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP while addressing grade‑level content standards with modifications and accommodations as necessary.
• Utilize positive reinforcement, behavior modification, and classroom routines to shape positive behaviors and create an inclusive safe environment where learning can occur both academically and socially/emotionally.
• Implement a collaborative relationship with each student’s service providers.
• Maintain regular communication with the families of students in your classroom regarding their progress.
• Develop and implement Individual Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) where necessary.

Qualifications

• Current DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities preferred.
• Experience working with students with Autism and knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.
• Candidates who are close to licensure, eligible for licensure, or have a different DESE license and are willing to pursue the appropriate licensure will be considered.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary range: $63,696.52‑$123,530.78 commensurate with experience and education. This position will include a mandatory, five‑week annual summer program, starting with the summer of 2025. Summer pay is in addition to the salary above.

Teachers in Educational Collaboratives participate in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System.

All school staff who may be expected to manage behavior must obtain and maintain certification in Shore’s approved behavioral safety training program (Safety Care or equivalent).