Special Education Teacher (Preschool) - Severe Disabilities

Wachusett Regional School District•Holden, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wachusett Regional School District is seeking candidates committed to enriching the lives of its student population. The district values collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, integrity, perseverance, and responsibility. Their mission is to ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community by fostering a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment, providing equitable opportunities for deep and meaningful learning through multiple pathways, empowering students to develop their unique strengths, passions, and curiosities, and partnering with the community to meet goals while optimizing resource utilization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
Subject matter expertise.
Must hold a valid Massachusetts teaching certificate with endorsement(s) in moderate or intensive special needs as the position may require.
Must have SEI Endorsement.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues.
Ability to design and implement standards-based lesson plans.
Ability to tailor teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including ELLs, students with disabilities, and advanced learners.
Ability to understand and support the social, emotional, and academic challenges of students.
Successful completion of background checks as required by Massachusetts state law and School Committee policies.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement IEPs based on student needs, in compliance with Massachusetts DESE regulations.
Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and team meetings as necessary.
Plan, organize, and deliver effective lessons in alignment with Massachusetts state standards and school curriculum.
Adapt lessons to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
Use research-based instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of all learners while implementing all aspects of individual IEPs.
Actively participate in the implementation of the MTSS framework, which includes monitoring student progress, identifying academic or behavioral challenges, and providing appropriate interventions.
Regularly monitor student performance through formative and summative assessments, assignments, student observations, and other tools.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation, including progress reports, evaluations, and data collection.
Provide timely feedback to students and parents.
Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that fosters student engagement and promotes academic and behavioral success.
Work with colleagues, administrators, and support staff in Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction using High Quality Instructional Materials and researched-based strategies.
Participate in school-based committees, professional development, and faculty meetings.
Collaborate with general education teachers to support inclusion and co-teaching models when necessary.
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and any concerns.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
Actively pursue professional development to implement innovative instructional practices, integrate emerging technologies, and align with evolving Massachusetts state education policies.