Special Education Teacher - Therapeutic program [SY25-26] high school

Malden Public Schools; Malden (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Malden Public Schools is seeking a passionate Special Education Teacher for their Therapeutic program at the high school level. This role requires developing individualized instructional plans, engaging in collaboration with other educators, and supporting students with challenging emotional behaviors. The ideal candidate will possess a valid MA DESE License and experience in therapeutic or special education settings. Join a diverse and committed team in a collaborative environment, dedicated to ensuring high expectations for every learner.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold MA DESE License in Moderate Disabilities.
• Experience in therapeutic settings or with Autism is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective individualized instructional plans in accordance with IEP goals.
• Provide support and training for paraprofessionals.
• Create a nurturing and safe environment for students.

Skills

Behavioral approaches

Classroom management

Individualized instructional plans

Data collection

Collaborative teamwork

Education

MA DESE License in Moderate Disabilities Gr 5-12

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Therapeutic program [SY25-26] high school

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The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden's student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community.

Malden Public Schools employs more than 1,000 employees and we are actively seeking employees who are passionate about students.

More information on each of our schools can be found at https://maldenps.org/careers/

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Therapeutic Special Education Teacher: (RISE program)

• Ability to develop and implement effective individualized instructional plans developed in accordance with the goals and objectives on the student's IEP.
• Has a thorough knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and uses these frameworks effectively in the development of curriculum instruction.
• Has a thorough working knowledge of assessment strategies and uses this knowledge in an ongoing manner to effectively plan from day to day.
• Collects ongoing data and understands the need for thorough and instructive documentation
• Readily shares this relevant information with other team members and parents to maximize every possible learning opportunity for the child.
• Has an understanding and a desire to use a participative classroom management model that effectively involves all the stakeholders in the process of planning and implementation.
• Has a thorough knowledge of the part clinical support services play in all the overall education of these students and is able to effectively integrate support services into the planning and delivery of instruction on a daily basis.
• Strives in every way to create and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for every student
• Provides training, supervision and support for paraprofessionals
• Candidates must be able to work with students with significantly challenging Internalizing and Externalizing emotions combining behavioral approaches through a therapeutic lens.
  
  

Qualifications

• MA DESE License in Moderate Disabilities Gr 5-12
• Experience with Autism and/or Therapeutic settings.
• Experience with conducting assessments and evaluations.
  
  

Reports To: Building Principal or Special Education Program Manager

To Apply: Submit your application via School Spring.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

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