Special Education Teacher — Intensive Needs & Autism Expert

Beverly Public School District; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for our substantially separate program in Beverly, MA, serving students with intensive needs including global cognitive delays or Autism Spectrum diagnoses.

Your role involves direct instruction, planning accommodations, and collaboration with staff to meet district requirements, while assessing student progress and maintaining an inclusive, asset-based approach with families.

Qualifications

• Requires MA DESE licensure in moderate or severe disabilities and SEI Endorsement within one year of start date.
• Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the appropriate content area.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction for students.
• Prepare lessons with accommodations reflecting differences and learning styles.
• Plan and use instructional strategies reflecting understanding of learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Manage student behavior to maintain an effective learning environment in line with district/state guidelines.
• Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods per district requirements.
• Provide timely substitute plans as necessary.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning through formal and informal testing.
• Maintain an asset-based mindset to help all students succeed academically.
• Communicate respectfully with parents/guardians about student progress and language acquisition.
• Analyze and utilize student data to develop curriculum that meets diverse learners' needs.

Education

Master's Degree

MA DESE licensure (moderate/severe disabilities)

SEI Endorsement

Job description

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for our substantially separate program in Beverly, MA, serving students with intensive needs including global cognitive delays or Autism Spectrum diagnoses.

Your role involves direct instruction, planning accommodations, and collaboration with staff to meet district requirements, while assessing student progress and maintaining an inclusive, asset-based approach with families.