Special Education Sub-Separate Teacher - High School Level

Leominster Public Schools; Leominster (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a Substantially Separate ABA-based classroom. This full-time position involves teaching high school students with special needs, implementing behavior intervention plans, and collaborating with staff to create Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). The ideal candidate will be skilled in Applied Behavior Analysis and possess strong communication abilities to engage with students and their families effectively. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact on the lives of students, fostering their academic and personal growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Special Education Teacher for Substantially Separate ABA-based classroom.
• Skilled in behavior intervention plans and small group instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic and executive functioning skills classes.
• Collaborate to create IEPs and communicate with families.
• Manage paraprofessional support personnel.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Behavior intervention plans

Discrete trial teaching

Incidental teaching

Small group instruction

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

MA Special Education certification

Job description

Special Education Sub-Separate Teacher - High School Level

Leominster Public Schools | Leominster, MA 01453

Position: Special Education Sub-Separate Classroom Teacher

Full-time for the 2024-2025 School Year

Leominster High School is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher for a Substantially Separate ABA-based classroom. The candidate should be familiar with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), comfortable implementing and collaborating on behavior intervention plans, skilled in discrete trial teaching, incidental teaching, and small group instruction. The teacher should be able to manage the schedules of students and paraprofessionals, willing to model teaching procedures, provide professional coaching to paraprofessionals, and demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and dedication to students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach academic and executive functioning skills classes.
• Collaborate with staff to create IEPs and provide input for student reevaluation.
• Communicate regularly with families of students receiving services.
• Maintain service delivery logs and progress notes; use ongoing assessments to evaluate and report student progress.
• Manage paraprofessional support personnel in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)
• MA Special Education certification as Teacher of Students With Severe Disabilities
• Ability to engage, direct, and teach high school students effectively
• Skilled in setting limits, processing events, and guiding students in behaviors and self-management
• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations, including mandated reporting
• Experience with IEP-focused service delivery or solution-focused counseling
• Ability to establish strong relationships with students and parents
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reading Instruction training is an advantage but not required

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and evidence of DESE licensure.