Impactful SPED Teacher – Moderate/Severe Disabilities

Schoolsofwestfield; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools in Westfield, MA invites applications for a Full-time Special Education Teacher at Westfield Intermediate School. The role focuses on designing and implementing IEP-driven instruction for students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities, collaborating with related services, and maintaining thorough student records.

Qualifications include Massachusetts DESE certification for Moderate/Severe Disabilities, Orton Gillingham training, and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• Certified or certifiable as a teacher of Moderate or Severe Disabilities per MA DESE.
• Training and experience in Orton Gillingham.
• Knowledge of multi-grade high school curriculum.
• Strong classroom management and ability to lead staff.
• Comply with federal and state SPED regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study meeting individual student needs.
• Prepare individualized education plans.
• Collaborate with school-based related service providers.
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and student needs.
• Assess educational needs using standardized tools, running records, and informal assessments.
• Maintain re-evaluation records and parent communication.
• Integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide differentiated instruction as needed.
• Implement school, district, and department policies.
• Create and manage communication with parents of SPED students.
• Write quarterly progress reports and follow IEP goals and behavior plans.
• Follow code of conduct and administrative policies.
• Plan and supervise paraprofessionals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or superintendent.

Skills

Moderate/Severe Disabilities cert

Orton Gillingham

Multi-grade curriculum

Classroom management

Staff leadership

Education

Massachusetts DESE certification

Job description

Westfield Public Schools in Westfield, MA invites applications for a Full-time Special Education Teacher at Westfield Intermediate School. The role focuses on designing and implementing IEP-driven instruction for students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities, collaborating with related services, and maintaining thorough student records.

Qualifications include Massachusetts DESE certification for Moderate/Severe Disabilities, Orton Gillingham training, and strong classroom management.