Upper School Special Education Teacher (Footsteps)

Tenney Grammar School; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Public Schools seeks a qualified teacher for upper school with IEP students to deliver high expectations and equitable access to instruction. The role emphasizes collaboration with the evaluation team, development of individualized plans, and adherence to district and state requirements.

Applicants should hold a MA teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI endorsement; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI Endorsement is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in area of major study; Master's degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred with English, Spanish, Arabic, and French spoken in community.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a safe classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
• Guide learning to achieve curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons.
• Use evidence-based instructional practices to increase student achievement.
• Develop and implement individualized educational plans for students receiving special needs services.
• Provide diagnostic testing and maintain required records; participate in staff meetings and school committees.

Job description

Methuen Public Schools seeks a qualified teacher for upper school with IEP students to deliver high expectations and equitable access to instruction. The role emphasizes collaboration with the evaluation team, development of individualized plans, and adherence to district and state requirements.

Applicants should hold a MA teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI endorsement; bilingual skills are a plus.