Impactful Special Education Teacher (6-12)

Waltham Public Schools; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the LIFE program to deliver instruction to students with moderate to severe disabilities. The teacher will implement standards-based, individualized instruction and maintain a well-organized classroom in a diverse setting.

The role requires MA DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities (6-12) or equivalent, with emphasis on evidence-based practices and collaboration with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education in Moderate Disabilities, 6-12.
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
• This position is in a school with a high percentage of English Language Learners. Bilingual and/or bi-cultural applicants encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes effective and varied instructional techniques and provides a standards-based, student centered environment.
• Maintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized classroom; fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities.
• Relates well to students of varied proficiency and guides students toward self-control.
• Assists in promoting positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.

Skills

Classroom management

Active listening

Communication skills

Subject matter expertise

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MA DESE license in Moderate Disabilities 6-12

Demonstrated content competence

Bilingual plus (ELs) encouraged

Job description

Waltham Public Schools seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the LIFE program to deliver instruction to students with moderate to severe disabilities. The teacher will implement standards-based, individualized instruction and maintain a well-organized classroom in a diverse setting.

The role requires MA DESE licensure in Moderate Disabilities (6-12) or equivalent, with emphasis on evidence-based practices and collaboration with families and staff.