Moderate Special Education Teacher

Town of Andover•Andover, MA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves providing specialized instruction and support to students with diverse special needs within a mainstream or pullout setting. The teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), adapting curricula and the learning environment, and collaborating with parents and school staff. The position also includes diagnostic testing, case management, and designing behavior support plans.

Requirements

Massachusetts Teaching Certification: Teacher of Moderate Special Needs
Experience instructing students with learning disabilities, social emotional disabilities, autism, & other special needs.
Experience in adapting materials/curriculum for special needs students.
Strong curriculum/academic background.
Ability to consult with general education teachers regarding learning needs of special education students.
Experience in designing and implementing behavioral management programs.
Experience with inclusive model of instruction and willingness to team-teach.

Nice To Haves

Experience utilizing computer technology within the classroom preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide teamed, small group, or individualized instruction and/or academic support according to students' individualized educational plans (IEPs) within mainstream or pullout settings.
Modify and adapt curricula, materials, and the physical environment to meet the needs of individual students.
Complete diagnostic academic testing (formal/informal) as required.
Participate in IEP Team meetings for assigned or newly referred students.
Act as Case Manager for designated students, maintaining communication with parents and staff, and preparing progress reports, annual review narratives, and individual education plans.
Write specific IEP goals & objectives for assigned or newly referred students.
Design and implement behavior support plans for selected students.
Provide consultation services to school staff regarding curriculum and teaching style modifications for special education students.
Write specific objectives for individual educational programs for pupils in special needs programs or newly referred to the program.
Attend special needs staff meetings and designated school staff meetings.
Write IEP progress reports on all assigned students.
Submit budget requests, inventory data, or required reports as requested by the Program Head.
Provide small group or individual instruction to special needs pupils as prescribed in their educational plans.