Grade 4 Inclusion Teacher

Lafayette School; Everett (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette School in Everett, MA is seeking a Grade 4 Inclusion Teacher to provide specialized instruction under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Education. The teacher will assess student needs, develop IEPs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support social, emotional, and academic goals.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Special Education, MA licensure for Moderate Disabilities PreK-8, SEI Endorsement, and ability to supervise educational

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field.
• Massachusetts teaching licensure - Moderate Disabilities PreK-8.
• SEI Endorsement.
• Ability to supervise educational assistants.
• Ability to acquire and maintain physical intervention and de-escalation certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides research-based specialized instruction addressing IEP goals.
• Assesses students' academic needs and reports assessment results.
• Leads development of individual education plans in team settings.
• Plans and teaches curriculum aligned to Common Core and developmentally appropriate middle school standards.
• Supports students in general and small group settings per IEP services.
• Coordinates with OT/SLP/PT/BCBA and other specialists.
• Communicates progress with families and at conferences.

Skills

Special Education

Massachusetts licensure

SEI Endorsement

Supervise educational assistants

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Behavioral intervention

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Master’s Degree in Education (preferred)

Job description

Grade 4 Inclusion Teacher

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Job Description

Grade 4 Inclusion Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Building Principal/Head Teacher and Director of Special Education, the Special Education Inclusion Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. The teacher will create a positive, highly structured learning environment with clear expectations and predictable routines to effectively
deliver instruction to students. The teacher is responsible for assessment of each students individual needs, individualization of the curriculum, development of IEPs as appropriate and coordination with team members to support achievement of social, emotional and academic goals.

REQUIREMENTS:
? Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education, or related field
? Massachusetts Teaching Licensure - Moderate Disabilities PreK-8
? SEI Endorsement
? Skilled at working with other ancillary service professionals
? Ability to supervise one or more educational assistants
? Ability to acquire and maintain approved physical intervention and de-escalation certification

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
? Master’s Degree in Education and/or Special Education
? 3 or more years of middle school teaching experience
? Dual Licensure in English as a Second Language
? Experience working in an urban public schools setting
? EPS respects linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language brings value to the district culture and diversity.

DUTIES:
? Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student’s IEP.
? Assesses students' academic needs, including participation in Battelle Evaluations for incoming students and reporting on assessment results at Team Meetings.
? Identified students' individual needs and led the team in the development of individual education plans.
? Plans, selects, and teaches academic curriculum using the common core and developmentally appropriate middle school curriculum, in conjunction with individual treatment plans, and provides social skills instruction supporting students' social
emotional/behavioral goals.
? Supports students both in the general education and small group setting as determined by the IEP Team and in accordance with their IEP services.
? Consultation with general education teachers, ancillary service providers including OT, SLP, PT, BCBA, etc.
? Communicates with parents on student progress including at Conferences, Team Meetings, and during written progress reporting periods.
? Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources.
? Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of educational assistants as directed.
? Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
? Completes all district and state reporting requirements.
? Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events, which may be assigned by the Principal, Assistant Principal, Head Teacher, and the Director of Special Education.

SALARY: Based on the Everett Teachers Association Bargaining Agreement. SY 26-27 - Pay Range - $65,178-$125,654.

Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $65,178 to $125,654 Per Year

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Janet Taylor , Principal
• Lafayette School
• Email: [e-mail]