Teacher Special Educator, ELT, FMA / OSS

Cambridge Public Schools • Cambridge, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fletcher-Maynard Academy (FMA) is an inclusive, student-centered elementary school serving students from PreK to Grade 5. It is committed to equity, innovation, and academic excellence, fostering a positive, professional, and collaborative environment. The Office of Student Services (OSS) provides supports and services to students in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS), focusing on equitable access and success for students with disabilities and those with advanced learning needs. The Special Educator will provide specially designed instruction to students with disabilities in both general and separate special education settings, collaborating with staff to ensure positive educational outcomes.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge and experience of programs and services specific to students’ areas of eligibility (i.e, autism, academic, behavior, learning, etc.)
• Above-average skills in collaboration
• Excellent skills in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability in collaborating and supporting parents and families
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive educational practices, including various co-teaching approaches
• General knowledge of various formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and skills
• General knowledge of state and federal special education guidelines and requirements
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Special Education required
• Massachusetts Certification of students with mild/moderate or severe special needs required
• Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Concentration in learning disabilities preferred
• Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education services to students with disabilities
• Provide explicit instruction and/or support in reading/literacy, math, written language, and social-emotional behavior
• Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools
• Develop Individualized Education Programs for students based on various types of data specific to the students' present levels of functioning and performance
• Provide instruction to students using systematic, structured, and multisensory approaches to learning
• Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
• Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data to inform decisions regarding IEP goals/objectives, learning approaches/content, and support
• Accommodate and modify for student learning, and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
• Perform any related duties as outlined by the Assistant Superintendent, Special Education Director, and/or Coordinator of the Office of Student Services with mild/moderate special needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level