Special Education Teacher- The Darnell School

Advocates; Hudson (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Generous employment perks

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Hudson, MA seeks a Head Teacher to supervise a classroom of students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will conduct assessments, develop individualized education plans, and mentor classroom staff. A Bachelor's degree in education and a Massachusetts State Teaching License are required. This role offers a salary range of $63k to $90k, along with a $7,000 sign-on bonus and generous employment perks.

Qualifications

• Must hold or actively pursue a Massachusetts State Teaching License in Severe Disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle needed.
• Must pass background checks and demonstrate physical training abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee up to six students.
• Conduct educational, behavioral, and vocational assessments.
• Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students.
• Collaborate with families and specialists on student programming.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Physical training

Understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Salary Range: $63k to $90k

*$7,000 Sign-On Bonus*

(Applicable to external candidates only)

The Head Teacher will supervise a classroom of up to six students and all assigned classroom staff, creating a supportive, engaging, and growth-focused environment. In this role you will conduct assessments, design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and progress reports and collaborate with the classroom behavior specialist and consultants. You will also lead and mentor a team- creating schedules, running team meetings, and ensuring consistency in student support and individualized learning.

The Darnell School is a program of Advocates and is a 221-day-per-year ABA school program serving students ages 9-22 with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or behavioral challenges. Our mission is to teach, support and empower people with disabilities to live meaningful lives based on their needs and choices. We offer spacious classrooms with ample opportunity for community skill-building, relationship development and recreation.

Learn more about The Darnell School here: https://darnellschool.org/

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement. We are a close-knit community that values ideas and contributions from staff.

Minimum Education Required

Master's Degree

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Responsibilities

• Supervision and oversight of up to six students
• Conduct and write educational, behavioral and vocational assessments
• Use assessment results to write and implement students individualized education plans (IEP)
• Design, develop and/or modify student programming
• Collect and record data for IEP goals using an electronic data collection system and/or paper data
• Review and analyze data to measure student progress to write IEPs and progress reports
• Plan and implement instruction and teaching strategies that match students’ IEP goals and objectives
• Implement behavior support plans and appropriate behavior management techniques
• Develop portfolios for MCAS-Alt assessment and/or administer MCAS
• Supervise and train classroom staff
• Create daily schedule for staff and students
• Lead weekly classroom staff meeting and decision log meetings
• Collaborate with families on students programming, behavior specialist, lead classroom assistants, OT, SLP, or PT consultants, and outside providers as needed
• Transport students in the community, as needed
• Maintain certifications and applicable teaching licenseor demonstrate progress towards teaching license

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
• Licensure: Must hold or be actively pursuing a Massachusetts State Teaching License in Severe Disabilities (All Levels)
• Valid driver’s license and use of a reliable vehicle
• Ability to perform all physical training requirements
• Computer literacy skills, including ability to be proficient in word processing
• Skills in effective communication, include spoken and written English
• Must successfully pass background checks. Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to vehicle to be used as directed and when needed for transport.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Licensure: Current MA State Teaching License in Moderate (PreK–8 or 5–12) and Severe Disabilities (All Levels)
• A minimum of 3-years of relevant experience
• Understanding of and training in Applied Behavior Analysis
• Experience working with children with autism, developmental disabilities, or other behavioral challenges

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.