SPED Teacher for Middle School—IEP & Co-Teaching (1-Month)

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools in Newton, MA, seeks a Special Education Teacher for middle school with diverse needs. The teacher may act as case manager, co-teach in regular education, and support IEP goals while communicating with parents and staff.

This role involves collaborating with the Fine and Performing Arts department and contributing to the school's broader Special Education program. This is a 1 month position within a dedicated school community.

Qualifications

• Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE.
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Additionally licensed in a regular education content area (Science, History, Math, English)

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 substantially separate subject.
• Prepare students for transition to post-high school life.
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents.
• Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings.
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students.
• Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed

Skills

IEP process

Communication skills

Technology proficiency

Classroom management

Education

DESE licensure

Job description

Newton Public Schools in Newton, MA, seeks a Special Education Teacher for middle school with diverse needs. The teacher may act as case manager, co-teach in regular education, and support IEP goals while communicating with parents and staff.

This role involves collaborating with the Fine and Performing Arts department and contributing to the school's broader Special Education program. This is a 1 month position within a dedicated school community.