Co-Teacher Kindergarten

Woburn Public Schools•Woburn, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Woburn Public Schools Co-Teacher Kindergarten The Teacher reports directly to the Director of Special Education and Principal of the School, and is expected to work closely with all school personnel. S/he will provide a safe, equitable, culturally responsive learning environment with high expectations for all students.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university required
Current Massachusetts's DESE Certification in Moderate or Severe Special Needs for corresponding grade levels (K-8).
Experience working in a diverse educational setting, including the ability to work successfully with students, colleagues, and families from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Competence with technology tools and platforms, including Google applications

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Formal training and/or experience in co-teaching

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming, inclusive, culturally responsive classroom environment that is conducive to student’s learning and their ability to comfortably share their authentic selves.
Implement the district curriculum (aligned with MA DESE Frameworks) to provide for academic instruction of standards-based skills working with special education and EL staff, relative to the appropriate inclusion for all students.
Administer district assessments and use data to implement effective strategies to meet the needs of all students.
Remain current by participating in ongoing professional development activities within and out-of-district, such as instructional technology.
Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress through a variety of assessments in a timely and consistent manner; monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District.
Utilize feedback from Principal, coaches and peers to reflect on improvement of teaching practices and style.
Chair all annual review and IEP progress meetings; participate in evaluation and eligibility meetings, as appropriate.
Effectively collaborate with grade level and department and teachers for best practices across the curriculum.
Abide by state statutes, school committee policies, regulations, and WPS Employee Handbook.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by law and district policies.
All other duties as assigned by the Principal or WPS Administration.