SY 26-27 Special Education Teacher - Mod Disabilities

Fitchburg School District•Fitchburg, MA

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher at Goodrich Academy is responsible for delivering a high-quality instructional experience consistent with the curriculum standards of the school district. Goodrich Academy is a public high school that prepares and empowers its students academically, socially, and emotionally. Guided by its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, our school is founded on the belief that all students have a right to learn at their own pace and in a manner suited to their unique abilities. In a nurturing environment of high expectations and mutual respect, our students mature into independent, reasoning individuals who make responsible decisions, adapt to a changing world, and develop into engaged and productive community members. It is the goal of Goodrich Academy to ensure that all students will graduate with academic skills, habits of mind, and technological literacy that will enable them to think critically, problem solve, collaborate, and communicate effectively. Goodrich Hours: 12:00 to 7:45 pm (subject to change) 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
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license in one of these areas: Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities 5–12
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.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred.

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
Assess students as required
Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate opportunities for learning using response to intervention (RTI) framework
Meet and instruct assigned students in the locations and at the time designated
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards and establish clear objectives that reflect these standards for all lessons, units, and projects
Implements the district's mission, philosophy of education, and instructional standards and objectives
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
Be responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn
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
Write student IEP progress reports and goals
Administer formal and informal assessments as required
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
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 English Learners
Perform other duties that may be assigned by the building Principal/SPSA