SY 25-26 Special Education Teacher - Inclusion

Fitchburg School District•Fitchburg, MA

About The Position

Special Education Teacher - Inclusion The vision of each of the Fitchburg Public Schools is to provide learning experiences that engage all students in achieving high academic standards while developing intellectual rigor, creative interest, and social characteristics that prepare them for the challenges of living successfully and productively as citizens of this new century. The Special Education Inclusion Teacher is responsible for delivering a high-quality instructional experience consistent with the curriculum standards of the school district. Essential duties for all faculty members include classroom instruction; conferences with students, parents, and colleagues; and active participation in the work of the department on curriculum development, activities, and pedagogy.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s Degree preferred
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license in one of these areas: Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK–8; 5–12 dependent on the grade level assignment
SEI Endorsement
Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations
Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children to effectively problem-solve
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders
Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.

Responsibilities

Provide learning experiences in the assigned subject area as guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning
Write student IEP progress reports and goals
Administer formal and informal assessments as required
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards and establish clear objectives that reflect these standards for all lessons, units, and projects
Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate opportunities for learning using response to intervention (RTI) framework
Document the progress and/or concerns of students and seek the assistance of additional district specialists as required
Monitor and supervise students, through effective classroom management
Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement
Use innovative approaches, and instructional strategies including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn
Meet and instruct assigned students in the locations and at the time designated
Implement the district's mission, philosophy of education, and instructional standards and objectives
Follow professional practices consistent with the district's policies in working with students, parents, and colleagues
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy
Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events, and by self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for recertification
Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence especially as relates to the specific assignment and student grade and subject area appropriateness
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of assigned students
Promote equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including, implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and/or English Learners
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the building Principal/SPSA