Special Education Teacher ASD Program - SY

Special Education Teacher ASD Program - SY26

Job : 5274585
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 08, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 25, 2025

Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill it based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

• Work with middle school students with Autism requiring ABA methodology.
• Provide specialized instruction and support for academic, social, and behavioral needs.
• Collaborate with BCBA, service providers, general education teachers, parents, and outside providers.
• Design, supervise, and implement IEP plans; modify curriculum; maintain individualized curriculum binders.
• Communicate with the team and manage support staff.
• Collect and analyze student data and monitor progress; write progress and evaluation reports.
• Assist classroom teachers with inclusion strategies.
• Administer diagnostic assessments; coordinate services and scheduling.

Full-time

• Master’s degree in special education from an accredited institution.
• SEDE Teaching License with Severe Disabilities license.
• Strong knowledge of ABA principles.
• Experience working with students with Autism.
• Experience with ACE Curriculum preferred.
• Ability to implement behavior support plans consistently.
• Ability to manage multiple ABA para-educators.
• Experience modifying and adapting curriculum.
• Experience with IEP development and solid understanding of IEP processes, state and federal regulations.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Ability to consult and collaborate with service providers and support staff.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

1. Please share examples of special education strategies you have used to support the academic, social, emotional, or behavioral needs of your students with ASD.
Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces).

2. How did you hear about this open position? Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools?
Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces).

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The Parker Middle School staff is committed to the unique development of each child. We recognize the distinct social, emotional, and physical needs of early adolescence and strive to give our students a sense of belonging in a dynamic learning environment. We embrace a shared responsibility with the students, parents, and the community for students to reach their individual academic potentials by demonstrating the value of learning, promoting respect, encouraging wise choices, and setting high expectations for student achievement.