Special Education Teacher

Company Description

TOWN OF DRACUT DBA/DRACUT PUBLIC SCHOOLS is a public school district serving the community of Dracut, Massachusetts from its central location at 2063 Lakeview Avenue. The district is committed to providing equitable, high-quality education and support services to students with diverse learning needs. Educators and staff collaborate to create inclusive learning environments that foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement.

The district values professional integrity, ongoing learning, and a student-centered approach in all programs and classrooms

The Dracut Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Teacher for our Elementary STRIVE substantially separate program for students with autism spectrum disorder.

A certification in Severe Disabilities is preferred, but certifications in Moderate Disabilities will be considered.

• Provide specialized instruction to students in a Special Education setting
• Have a strong understanding of developmental milestones and modified curriculum at the elementary level
• Experience and general understanding of the concepts of Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Experience with being part of the instructional support team, including classroom teachers, auxiliary support service providers, BCBA and paraprofessionals
• Experience with IEP drafting and progress monitoring through the collection of data
• Experience with assessment and eligibility determination
• Strong organization, writing and communication skills

• Abide by state statutes, school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education.(e.g. instructional technology)