Inclusion-Focused Special Education Teacher — Elevate

Keith Middle School; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Keith Middle School in New Bedford, MA is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the Elevate/Behavior Program. The role focuses on designing and implementing IEP-based instruction, collaborating with general and special education staff, and coordinating data-driven progress monitoring to meet student goals.

The teacher will lead developmentally appropriate programming, support behavior plans, and engage with families to ensure inclusive, high-quality education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in special education or related field
• Certification as a Special Education teacher
• Knowledge in the area of developmental disabilities
• Familiar with special education assessment tools
• Knowledge of curriculum design and development
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternative assessments
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing the provision of Special Education and the Special Education process

Responsibilities

• Design and carryout developmentally appropriate motivating curriculum/programming as warranted by IEP goals/MA curriculum framework
• Develop data collection systems using curriculum based and school wide progress monitoring tools to monitor progress towards goals and standards
• Implement behavior and incentive plans and maintain data to support children’s behavior and social emotional needs.
• Guide classroom support staff in implementing activities that support children’s goals and other areas of need and in collecting data. 4. Provide direct individual and/or group instruction through inclusion and/or resource models
• Provide trans-disciplinary programming through consultation with professional and therapeutic staff
• Conduct thorough educational evaluations, developmental assessments, and/or progress monitoring necessary for quarterly progress reports, annual assessment and re-evaluations
• When scheduled, prepare MCAS alternate assessment on students assigned
• Provide assistance in ADLs for students as necessary
• Implement social skills training approaches and programs
• Utilize various techniques to provide sensory diets for students
• Initiate and support the use of assistive technology to provide access to the curriculum and to support communication as necessary
• Support the transition of students within the classroom and building by using positive behavior supports, visuals, and developmentally appropriate interventions.
• Daily maintenance of supplies, equipment, and departmental space
• Organize daily schedule to meet caseload requirements and uses indirect time appropriately
• Consult with staff in other discipline areas to improve programming
• Facilitate ongoing parent communication and encourage family involvement
• With the guidance of the team facilitator or Supervisor and in collaboration with required team members, develop appropriate individual IEPs consistent with District expectations and all applicable laws and regulations
• Participation in ongoing professional development in the Special Education Department and in your school(s) to support the implementation of School and District initiatives and goals
• Other duties as outlined by the Special Education Director or Designee

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

Certification as a Special Education teacher

Knowledge of developmental disabilities

Familiar with special education assessment tools

Knowledge of curriculum design and development

Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternative assessments

Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing Special Education

Job description

Keith Middle School in New Bedford, MA is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the Elevate/Behavior Program. The role focuses on designing and implementing IEP-based instruction, collaborating with general and special education staff, and coordinating data-driven progress monitoring to meet student goals.

The teacher will lead developmentally appropriate programming, support behavior plans, and engage with families to ensure inclusive, high-quality education.