Severe Special Education Teacher - Connections Program

Waltham Public Schools•Waltham, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can provide instruction to special education students within a self-contained classroom. The Connections Program serves students with multiple disabilities in the areas of cognitive, physical, health, and communication (including functional communication skills). Students may also exhibit challenging behaviors. Student abilities vary greatly throughout the program. Some students are working at or above grade level academically and need support for social skills, attention and executive functioning while others have more significant cognitive, behavioral, communication and social needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education in Severe Disabilities.
Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.
Currency in the curriculum including knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
Effective classroom management.
Effective instruction in a standards-based classroom.
Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency.
Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
Effective integration of technology across the curriculum.
Knowledge of special education paperwork and procedures.
Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.
Ability to deliver effective instruction.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.
Effective classroom management skills.
Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Skills in the specific subject matter of instruction.
Cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendation

Responsibilities

Utilizes effective and varied instructional techniques and procedures.
Provides a standards-based, student centered environment in each class taught.
Utilizes educational materials properly.
Maintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized classroom.
Performs scheduled duties promptly.
Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content area.
Understands and implements the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
Relates well to students of varied proficiency.
Provides and promotes opportunities for students to develop a wholesome self-concept.
Guides students toward self-control.
Provides effective student structure in the total school setting.
Accepts responsibility for the well-being of each assigned student.
Remains approachable to students and parents, as needed.
Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.
Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed.
Accepts constructive criticism.
Applies suggestions for improvement.
Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning.
Participates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiatives.
Aligns instruction to the Massachusetts frameworks and to departmental syllabi.
Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships with school personnel.
Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materials.
Works effectively with administrative personnel.
Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
Fulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilities.
Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.
Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.