1.0 FTE Special Education Teacher - Language Learning Program

Lexington Public Schools•Lexington, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) Special Education Teacher position for the Language Learning Program. The role involves developing and implementing individualized instruction for students with language-based learning disabilities in Literacy and Math. The teacher will adapt general education curriculum, support paraprofessionals, manage student behavior, collect data, communicate with parents, and participate in professional development. The position is for a 184-day work year with salary and benefits in accordance with the LEA Unit A collective bargaining agreement. The start date is August 31, 2026, with potential salary adjustments based on negotiations.

Requirements

DESE certification in moderate disabilities required at the appropriate grade level required; DESE certification in severe disabilities and previous experience will also be considered if moderate license is pursued within the first year of employment
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must possess a high level of capability with technology.
Must be able to assist in the protection of students and school property, assist the principal in fire and other emergency drills as required by law and School Committee policy
Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Special Education preferred
previous experience with severe disabilities will also be considered if moderate license is pursued within the first year of employment

Responsibilities

Develops lesson plans, instructional materials and instructional supports for students with language based learning disabilities through individualized and small group instruction in Literacy and Math.
Knowledge and experience implementing multi-sensory and technological instructional lessons and supports.
Adapts and/or supports general education curriculum to the needs of each pupil in all content areas.
Supports regular educator by modifying Science & Social Studies curriculum for LLP students, using the course of study adopted by the MA DESE.
Works to ensure the rights of students with disabilities to be full participants in the general curriculum and classroom.
Implements state and federal laws and regulations as they apply to special education.
Participates in the development of and oversees implementation of IEPs for students eligible for special education.
Supervises, supports and trains paraprofessionals as they implement instruction and provide multi-sensory language based support.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a supportive learning environment in the classroom.
Collects, records, and evaluates on going data on pupils’ academic and social growth, to support lesson planning, IEP development, and progress monitoring.
Communicates regularly with parents in addition to conferences to discuss pupil’s progress.
Provide wrap around student services through ongoing collaboration with school and district personnel.
Actively participates in ongoing professional development through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing program and to determine special education eligibility.
Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
Other duties as assigned.