Special Education Teacher- Long Term Substitute

Somerset Berkley Regional and Somerset Public Schools • Somerset, MA

38d

About The Position

JOB GOAL: To provide each student with the individually designed instruction he/or she requires to progress toward the educational and social-emotional goals established within each individual's education program.

Requirements

• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the core curriculum for Special Education in alignment with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks
• Frames curriculum around key learning standards/concepts in the key content areas that provide opportunities for students with disabilities to demonstrate reasoning, logic, analysis and synthesis when planning units, lessons, and assessments.
• Keeps current in the various curricular and special education fields and applies that knowledge to the instructional program.
• Contributes to the ongoing evaluation of the curriculum.
• Ability to modify the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks to meet students' instructional levels
• Effectively plans instruction and assessment for students with disabilities and monitors each student's understanding of the curriculum. Adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.
• The teacher makes learning goals of clear to students and uses appropriate instructional techniques.
• The teacher uses a variety of teaching strategies, including cooperative, peer and project-based learning; audio-visual presentations, lecture, discussions and inquiry, practice and application; and the teaching of others.
• The teacher uses questioning techniques appropriate to student's ability.
• The teacher evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.
• The teacher demonstrates an appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals.
• Cooperates in interactions with parents and receptive to their contributions.
• Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district.
• Exercises reflection on teaching and education and embraces the concept of continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of the curriculum.
• Conducts effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction
• Manages the classroom environment and creates an atmosphere that is positive for student learning and involvement.
• Delivers instruction effectively.
• Promotes and communicates high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Promotes equity and appreciation of diversity and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.
• Fulfills all professional responsibilities
• Completes any other duty or assignments as directed by the Principal or Director of Special Education.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed