Special Education Teacher for Elementary Autism Program

Quabbin Regional School District; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Quabbin Regional School District is seeking experienced special education teachers for the Elementary Autism Program at Hardwick Elementary School. This is a substantially separate program serving Kindergarten students with ASD and related disorders in a highly modified curriculum with a small class size.

The Special Education Teacher acts as the liaison for students in the Autism Program, delivering ABA-informed instruction with BCBA support and collaborating with families and staff to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred for the role.
• Massachusetts licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate or Severe Disabilities required.
• BCBA/LABA and ABA experience preferred is advantageous.
• Strong communication and presentation skills essential.
• Excellent organization and facilitation abilities are expected.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Liaison for students in the Elementary Autism Program.
• Deliver instruction using ABA-based approaches with BCBA support.
• Collaborate with general education, families, and staff to support students with autism.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation

Facilitation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree Preferred

Massachusetts Professional License for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities or Severe Disabilities

BCBA/LABA and ABA experience preferred

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