Upper School Special Education Teacher (IEP Focus)

TrulyHired; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Public Schools in Methuen, MA seeks a dedicated Upper School teacher to deliver high expectations for students with IEPs, promote equity, and close achievement gaps. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration with families and colleagues, and responsible use of instructional technology.

The position requires a MA teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI endorsement, a Bachelor's degree, and a commitment to inclusive practices within a diverse urban/suburban

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI Endorsement.
• Additional content area license encouraged.
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Bilingual preferred - English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a safe, conducive learning environment.
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals with clear objectives.
• Employ Universal Design for Learning and appropriate materials.
• Develop and implement IEPs in coordination with evaluation teams.
• Provide diagnostic testing of students referred.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Maintain classroom procedures and discipline consistent with district policies.

Skills

Communication

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Diversity & inclusion

Tech integration

Confidential records

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education

Master's degree preferred

Bilingual preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Methuen Public Schools in Methuen, MA seeks a dedicated Upper School teacher to deliver high expectations for students with IEPs, promote equity, and close achievement gaps. The role emphasizes data-driven instruction, collaboration with families and colleagues, and responsible use of instructional technology.

The position requires a MA teaching license in Moderate Disabilities PK-8 with SEI endorsement, a Bachelor's degree, and a commitment to inclusive practices within a diverse urban/suburban