Special Education Teacher (STAR Program) LOA coverage from February-June
About The Position
The Cape Cod Collaborative is an educational organization providing a full range of instructional and support services to the students, parents and public school staff of our 20 member districts, whose needs are best addressed through a multi-district effort. Our student services include: alternative education programs for low incident, special needs populations; programs for the multi-handicapped; therapy and services for students requiring specialized support; and a full range of transportation services for both the special needs and general education population. We coordinate collegial sharing opportunities for various professional groups, conduct executive searches and offer a wide range of professional development and training opportunities for the educators and support personnel of our member districts. #WeAreOneCollaborative The STAR Program (Osterville) is a specialized program supporting students with significant learning and behavioral challenges. There are openings for teachers with certification in Moderate Disabilities and certification in Intensive Special Needs.
Requirements
- certification in Moderate Disabilities
- certification in Intensive Special Needs
Responsibilities
- Understanding of ASD and related disorders
- Understanding of students with multiple medical needs
- BA & Development of Positive Behavior Support Plans (including reinforcement systems, visual contracts, etc.)
- Ability to manage challenging behaviors
- Understanding of augmentative communication skills
- Understanding of pragmatics / social skills needs
- Development and modification of curriculum
- Collaboration and integration of therapies
- Assessment of data collection for developing IEPs
- Conduct state and local assessments, including alternative portfolios
- Develop data collection systems to ensure proper reporting of student progress
- Supervise and train paraprofessionals
- Other duties as directed by Program Director
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
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