Special Education Teacher Long Term Substitute-High School

Young World Physical Education; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Newton, MA is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to provide effective educational programs for high school students with special needs. The role includes acting as a case manager and supporting the overall development of the Special Education Department.

The ideal candidate should hold requisite licensure as defined by DESE and possess strong communication skills along with experience in implementing IEPs.

Qualifications

• Licensure required as defined by DESE.
• Experience with the IEP process is essential.
• Knowledge of diverse disabilities and effective communication expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific skills to help students access curriculum.
• Conduct IEP meetings and manage associated paperwork.
• Monitor and adjust IEPs based on student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of disabilities

Experience with IEP process

Education

Requisite licensure as per DESE

Additional license in regular education content area (desired)

Job description

Job Description

Department: Special Education

FLSA Status: Exempt; Unit A

Reports to: Special Education Department Head / Principal

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti‑racism, and nondiscrimination policy for students, employees, and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Summary

The Special Education Teacher provides an appropriate educational program for high school students with special needs. This teacher may act as a case manager for a group of students, co‑teach in a regular education department, teach a substantially separate subject area class, and support student acquisition of skills related to IEP goals. The teacher is expected to maintain open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, and contribute to the regular functioning and development of the Special Education Department, and fulfill other responsibilities as a member of the broader school community.

Qualifications

• Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential, including minority and low socio‑economic students
• Additionally licensed in a regular education content area (Science, History, Math, English) [desired]

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access curriculum
• Conduct IEP meetings and complete all related paperwork in a timely fashion
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress
• Co‑teach in regular education content area, or teach a substantially separate subject
• Prepare students for transition to post‑high school life
• Communicate with school personnel outside of the department and parents
• Attend departmental and school‑wide meetingsMaintain consistent, reliable and punctual attendance
• Implement other job‑related duties as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Teacher expected to move around the school on a regular basis and be visible within the school community
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds