Special Education Teacher (GAIN Program)

Woburn Public Schools; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Anova Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher for grades 9-12 in Woburn, Massachusetts. This role involves creating an inclusive classroom environment and providing tailored instruction to diverse learners.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree, Massachusetts DESE Certification, and experience working in diverse educational settings. The position offers the opportunity to shape students' success in a supportive atmosphere that values diversity.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts's DESE Certification in Moderate Special Needs for grades 9-12.
• Experience working in a diverse educational setting.
• Strong background in curriculum design for special education.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive classroom environment for learning.
• Provide individual and small group instruction in Special Education.
• Evaluate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Chair annual IEP meetings and write IEPs.

Skills

Diverse educational setting experience

Competence with technology tools

Classroom management

Curriculum design

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Google applications

Job description

Special Education Teacher

GAIN Program

The Special Education Teacher reports directly to the Director of Student Services, Student Services Coordinators, Principal of the School, and is expected to work closely with all school personnel. This position will cover grades 9-12.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment that is conducive to student’s learning and their ability to comfortably share their authentic selves.
• A strong background in design and implementation of curriculum for middle school in a substantially separate or inclusive classroom.
• Provide individual and small group instruction to students in the Special Education setting.
• Design and implement modifications to school curricula, differentiated instruction, and positive behavior support programs as needed.
• Function as an integral member of the instructional support team, including classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, and special education service providers.
• Evaluate student abilities and progress through a variety of formal and informal assessments, including to determine special education eligibility; monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Chair annual IEP meetings and any other special education team meetings as necessary.
• Write IEP’s and progress notes using data collection across the academic year.
• Participate in ongoing professional development activities.
• Participate in collaborative consultation with special education teams, including service providers as well as Administrators.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by law and district policies.
• Maintain and build relationships and communication pathways with parents and other community liaisons.
• Abide by state statutes, school committee policies, regulations, and WPS Employee Handbook.
• Implement of behavior support plans for students
• Attend all required meetings and perform duties as assigned by Student Service’s Director and Building Administrator(s).
• Oversee paraprofessional staff in supporting students and in data collection, as appropriate.
• All other duties as required by the Principal or WPS Administration.

Qualifications & Skill Set

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred
• Required Licensure: Current Massachusetts's DESE Certification in Moderate Special Needs for corresponding grade levels (9-12)
• Experience working in a diverse educational setting, including the ability to work successfully with students, colleagues, and families from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Competence with technology tools and platforms, including Google applications

Terms of Employment

As outlined in the Agreement Between The Woburn Teachers’ Association and The Woburn School Committee.

At the Woburn Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced. We believe that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, Woburn Public Schools continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a district member of Mass Partnership for Diversity in Education.