Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher

Anova Education; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 58,420 - 120,304; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking a Dedicated Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher for Wellfleet Elementary School. The ideal candidate will have a Massachusetts Certification in Special Needs and experience working with elementary students with various impairments.

This role includes responsibilities such as developing Individualized Education Plans and collaborating with colleagues and families to support student growth. A Master’s degree is preferred, and the environment emphasizes professionalism, passion for teaching, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Certification required for Moderate/Severe Special Needs.
• Experience with students with emotional and behavioral challenges.
• Ability to write and implement Individualized Education Plans.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze assessment data.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and families.
• Teach students with cognitive impairments and behavioral needs.

Skills

Collaborative working

Effective communication

Patience and empathy

Education

Massachusetts Certification in Elementary Education in Moderate/Severe Special Needs

Master’s degree

Job description

Title of Position

Moderate/Severe Special Education Teacher

Location

Wellfleet Elementary School

Descriptive Statement of Position

A Special Education Teacher with Massachusetts Certification in Moderate/Severe Special Needs with specific experience in the areas of working with elementary age students who present with an intellectual/cognitive impairment, language impairment, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and/or neurological impairments. The teacher must have the experience and ability to collect and analyze assessment data, write and implement Individualized Education Plans and Student Support or Behavior Plans, and work collaboratively and cohesively with general education, special education colleagues, administration, and families. The teacher should have experience in the MCAS - Alternative Assessment. The successful candidate will possess a high degree of professionalism, passion for teaching and learning, highly effective communication skills, and demonstrate cultural proficiency.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Certification in Elementary Education in Moderate/Severe Special Needs
• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience working with students with moderate/severe special needs and behavioral needs
• Ability to provide evidence of impact on student improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with administrators, colleagues, school based staff, students, parents/guardians, and community members
• Ability to manage challenging behavior, and possess the skills, knowledge, and expertise to teach and promote positive behavior
• Demonstrate patience, understanding, and empathy with students and parents/guardians

Salary

$58,420.00 - $120,304.00