Language Teacher - Grades 7 & 8

Position: Language Based Teacher - Grades 7 & 8
Licensed MA Special Education teacher, Moderate Special Needs. Additional licenses in English and/or Reading Specialist preferred. Multisensory, structured reading approach to Reading Working knowledge of Language Based Learning Disability interventions and support

Duties & Responsibilities Consult with student teams and develop an instructional model and practices that support students with language-based learning disabilities across academic settings In collaboration with curriculum coordinators, design and teach a small group, substantially separate Math/Science class. Co-teach and collaborate with grade-level teams and paraprofessionals to ensure that accommodations and modifications are being implemented. Complete informal and formal diagnostic assessments and make recommendations for IEP programming and scheduling based on results Lead Annual Review meetings, developing IEPs in conjunction with teams that address specific needs of students.

Coordinate schedule with service providers to ensure compliance with Service Delivery Grids across settings Collect, compile and interpret data for progress monitoring and adjusting instructional practice. Develop Progress Reports related to IEP goals. Communicate regularly with parents, reporting progress and discussing areas of struggle Ensure compliance with all aspects of student IEPs Incorporate assistive technology to support the needs of LBLD students across settings in accessing curriculum Collaborate with other Special Education teachers, providing support and consult on LBLD students across the building