Innovative Special Education Teacher – Bridge Program

Waltham Public Schools; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a dedicated educator to provide specialized instruction to students with special education handicapping conditions within the Bridge Program. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote social, emotional and academic success, utilizing research-based strategies and data-driven IEP benchmarks.

The role involves a small, structured classroom setting, with inclusion opportunities when appropriate, and collaboration with a school adjustment counselor and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Severe Special Needs licensure from the MA DESE.
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks is expected.

Responsibilities

• Management of the Learning Environment.
• Utilizes effective and varied instructional techniques and procedures.
• Provides a standards-based, student centered environment in each class taught.
• Maintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized classroom.
• Performs scheduled duties promptly.
• Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content area.
• Understands and implements the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
• Relates well to students of varied proficiency.
• Guides students toward self-control.

Skills

Effective instruction

Differentiation

Assessment administration

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Master’s degree

Severe Special Needs licensure

Subject matter competence

Job description

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a dedicated educator to provide specialized instruction to students with special education handicapping conditions within the Bridge Program. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote social, emotional and academic success, utilizing research-based strategies and data-driven IEP benchmarks.

The role involves a small, structured classroom setting, with inclusion opportunities when appropriate, and collaboration with a school adjustment counselor and