Special Education Teacher for Elementary Autism Program

Quabbin Regional School District; Gilbertville (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quabbin Regional School District is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher for the Elementary Autism Program at Hardwick Elementary School.

The program serves Kindergarten students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, using ABA-based instruction with BCBA support and a low student/teacher ratio. The teacher acts as liaison for students in the Autism Program and collaborates with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years successful teaching at the appropriate level.
• Massachusetts Professional License for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities.
• BCBA/LABA and ABA experience preferred.
• Proven communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in alignment with ABA principles with BCBA support.
• Serve as liaison for students in the Elementary Autism Program.
• Maintain a highly modified curriculum with a small class size and low student/teacher ratio.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to support student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

ABA experience

Education

Master’s Degree preferred

Three years teaching experience

Massachusetts Special Education license (Moderate/Severe)

BCBA/LABA experience preferred

Job description

Special Education Teacher for Elementary Autism Program

Quabbin Regional School District Hardwick Elementary - Gilbertville, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Quabbin Regional School District is seeking experienced special education teachers for the Elementary Autism Program at Hardwick Elementary School.

The QRSD Autism Program is a substantially separate program. This classroom serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and related disorders who require a highly modified curriculum, smaller class size, and a lower student/teacher ratio. The instruction delivered in the Autism Program is based on the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis with support from a BCBA. The Special Education Teacher is the Liaison for the students in the Autism Program.

Currently the classroom is only Kindergarten Students

Qualifications

• a) Master’s Degree Preferred
• b) A minimum of three (3) years successful teaching at the appropriate level
• c) Massachusetts Professional License for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities
• d) BCBA/LABA and ABA experience preferred
• e) Proven communication skills.
• f) Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• g) Strong organizational skills

Salary in accordance with the QRTA collective bargaining agreement. Starting Range $63,981

Position Type: Full-time

• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to Hardwick Elementary

The Quabbin Regional School District serves five central Massachusetts communities: Barre, Hardwick, Hubbardston, New Braintree, and Oakham. The district was formed as a regional district servicing grades 7-12 in 1965. It was later expanded by vote of all five towns to take jurisdiction of all school age children in grades K-12 effective July 1, 1985.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quabbin Regional School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Langlois , Director of Student Services
• 872 South Street
• Barre, Massachusetts 01005
• Phone: [phone]
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• Email: [e-mail]