Special Education Teacher Elementary (Long Term Substitute)

Nashoba Regional School District • Bolton, MA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Teacher delivers engaging and effective instruction aligned with the established curriculum and supports students’ learning and personal growth. The teacher collaborates with colleagues and administrators, contributes to a positive school environment, participates in professional development, and attends meetings as needed to support students and school initiatives.

Reporting directly to the building principal, the teacher advances the Nashoba Regional School District’s mission and core values. The role includes integrating social-emotional learning into the curriculum, as appropriate for students’ grade levels, and using culturally responsive teaching through a lens of equity.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field and Massachusetts DESE licensure appropriate to the role and level. Work is performed onsite in district schools and buildings, primarily in a classroom setting. Salary is based on the Unit A bachelor’s-level salary scale. Candidate review begins immediately.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Massachusetts DESE licensure appropriate to the role and level.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
• Ability to work onsite in district schools and buildings.

Responsibilities

• Modify curriculum for students eligible for special education services.
• Help ensure that students with disabilities can fully participate in the general curriculum.
• Participate in developing student IEPs and oversee their implementation.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, and provide individualized and small-group instruction adapted to students’ needs.
• Evaluate and maintain data on students’ academic and personal growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means about student progress and the school program.
• Continue personal professional development and maintain professional competence through district in-service education and self-selected growth activities.
• Administer testing in accordance with the district testing program and to determine eligibility for special education services.
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist with student and school property protection and with fire and other emergencies or emergency drills as required by law and School Committee policy.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to support student learning and a positive school environment.
• Attend meetings and participate in professional development as needed to support students, academic programs, and school initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time