Middle School Special Education Teacher

Full-time positions in a public day school setting supporting middle school-age students with moderate/severe disabilities in the areas of academics, functional life skills, vocation, and community-based instruction.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and implement academic lessons following Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and differentiate/modify those lessons according to students' Individualized Education Plans Create and implement modified and differentiated lessons Utilize instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives including, planning for individual, small, and/or whole group activities Implement behavior plans intervention strategies Collaborate with appropriate staff and/or parents to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Conduct developmental or educational evaluations and observations;

write and present reports for team consideration Conduct or supervise data collection, summarize results for student records and prepare written progress reports Ensure required paperwork is completed and submitted according to their designated timeline Develop and maintain students' portfolio assessment based on the curriculum and individual IEP objectives Utilize data from the portfolio to be submitted as alternative testing for students required to take the MCAS Assign tasks to support staff and review their daily work with students Communicate student progress to parents/guardians and serve as a liaison between parents and the school Collaborate and communicate with other professionals including, building administrators, related service providers, Special Education Director, and consultants, to develop approaches that benefit each student to ensure that they make effective progress Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult services where appropriate

Preferred

Skills:

Strong communication skills Knowledge of curriculum modification and assistive technology, augmentative communication, and behavioral supports

Experience with behavior management/de-escalation strategies Possesses a strong belief that all students can learn and be successful in school Demonstrates a mindset that focuses on assets & growth, as opposed to deficits Ability to demonstrate competence in behavior management skills Willingness to try various approaches, depending on student needs Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other special education staff and other colleagues in a professional manner Excellent organizational and time management skills Utilize data and reflection to plan for supports and interventions Ability to seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems

Minimum Requirements:

DESE Licensure Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8 or 5-12) SEI Endorsement

Reports to:

Building principal and Special Education Team Administrator Director of Special Education & Special Education Coordinator

Quincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional team.

Quincy Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or handicap, in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments, by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.