Special Education Teacher Autism Classroom

Overview

Southbridge Public Schools serves approximately 2,000 students across six schools and is currently undergoing a measurable transformation. With support from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, we are seeing real gains in student achievement and school culture. Twice recognized as a Gold-Level PBIS District, we celebrate the academic growth our students are demonstrating and the positive momentum building across K–12.

This progress is fueled by passionate educators, high‑quality curriculum, targeted professional development, and an unwavering commitment to our students.

Many of our learners face significant challenges, but our educators don’t see limits—they see potential. We are a team that believes in the power of high expectations, strong relationships, and consistent support to drive student success. As we continue to accelerate our progress, we’re seeking educators who are committed, reflective, and ready to collaborate in a learning‑focused, student‑centered environment.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and grow as part of a dedicated team, consider building your career with Southbridge Public Schools.

Special Education Teacher for Autism Specific Classroom: 3 Openings

Building Principal

Implement and adapt direct/explicit academic and specially designed instruction across content areas using multi‑sensory teaching, differentiated strategies including use of modified content, methodology, and performance criteria as needed, as well as assistive/educational technology in the classroom for designated students receiving services in an inclusion setting.

• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Collaborate with grade‑level classroom teachers, other special education teachers, and specialists to provide comprehensive and effective services to assigned students.
• Promote and assist in the implementation of research‑based strategies to ensure the transition and generalization of students’ academic and social goals within the regular education environment and throughout the school.
• Assesses student progress toward objectives, expectations, and/or goals (e.g., behavioral, motor development and communication skills, academic needs, vocational abilities) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Serve as contact person for designated caseload, including completion of all associated paperwork (monitoring student performance, writing IEPs and progress reports), management of the Team process (conducting annual reviews, conferencing with parents and Team members), and maintenance of communication between teachers, specialists, families, and any outside providers.
• Utilize appropriate classroom management strategies, including a comprehensive positive behavior intervention system, to ensure a successful and motivating instructional environment within the classroom and throughout the school for designated students.
• Use a multi‑disciplinary approach to gather various sources of information for progress monitoring in order to routinely implement data‑based decision‑making practices to guide instruction and lesson planning.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects.
• Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives, and performance expectations.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
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