1.0 Special Education Teacher (2)

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Minimum of baccalaureate degree
• •Master's degree
• •Valid Massachusetts teacher licensure appropriate to their student population
• •Teachers of Moderate Special Needs
• •Teachers of Severe Disabilities
• •Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in the educational field
• •Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• •Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
• •Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public
• •Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations
• •Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• •Ability to use reasoning ability to evaluate information and determine/recommend an appropriate course of action
• •Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• •Ability to use professional literature, evidence-based research, and continuing education content to make practice decisions
• •Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
• •Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• •Uses instructional technology appropriately and works with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
• •Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Board of Education policies
• •Knowledge of special education procedures to maintain appropriate confidential records
• •Ability to react professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.)
• •Ability/willingness to plan, coordinate, conduct and participate in ongoing professional and staff development
• •Ability to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
• •Experience writing IEPs
• •Competence regarding special education law and regulations
• •Experience evaluating student skills and writing reports to interpret/summarize findings
• •Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting
• •Strong problem-solving skills to support student success
• •Strong data-collection skills to help to inform decisions for students
• •Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a multi-tasking position
• •Ability to remain stationary for extended periods
• •Occasionally move throughout the school building as needed
• •Regular use of hands for typing, handling objects, and operating tools
• •Sufficient grip strength for various tasks
• •Frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer
• •Ability to enter data, read from screens, and review handwritten or printed materials, with or without visual aids
• •Clear and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues—both in person and over the phone
• •Strong visual and auditory awareness

Desired Qualifications

• •Master's degree preferred