Special Education Teacher — Inclusive Classrooms & IEP Impact

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Bedford Public Schools in New Bedford, MA seeks a Special Education Teacher at Keith Middle School to support an inclusive curriculum and develop/implement IEP goals with ongoing assessment and curriculum design. The role includes supervising classroom staff and maintaining active parent contact.

The successful candidate will collaborate with general and special education colleagues to ensure student needs are met, aligning with MA frameworks and district regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field required.
• Certification as a Special Education teacher required.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities beneficial.
• Familiar with special education assessment tools.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternative assessments.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned to IEP goals.
• Develop data collection systems to monitor progress toward goals.
• Implement behavior plans and track data for social-emotional needs.
• Guide classroom staff and collaborate with general and special education teachers.
• Provide direct instruction through inclusion and resource models.
• Provide trans-disciplinary programming through consultation with staff.
• Conduct educational evaluations and progress monitoring for reports.
• Prepare MCAS alternate assessments when scheduled.
• Assist students with ADLs as necessary.
• Support the transition of students with positive behavior supports.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration with general education

Data collection & progress monitoring

Inclusion strategies

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field

Certification as a Special Education teacher

Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternative assessments

Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing Special Education

Familiar with special education assessment tools

Knowledge of curriculum design and development

Job description

New Bedford Public Schools in New Bedford, MA seeks a Special Education Teacher at Keith Middle School to support an inclusive curriculum and develop/implement IEP goals with ongoing assessment and curriculum design. The role includes supervising classroom staff and maintaining active parent contact.

The successful candidate will collaborate with general and special education colleagues to ensure student needs are met, aligning with MA frameworks and district regulations.