Special Education Elementary SEBS Teacher; Social, Emotional Behavirol

Special Education Elementary SEBS Teacher (Social, Emotional, & Behavirol Support) role at Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership.

JOB GOAL:
To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible, and productive citizens.

• Position contingent upon availability of funding/programming.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers’ contract.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the location resources and the needs of the students involved.
• Strives to implement the district’s philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents as deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the district code of conduct for the classroom and develops classroom rules that are enforced fairly.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements and personal professional expectations.
• Takes an active part in the contractually approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among staff, with meetings held during the extended day as applicable.
• Attends established school activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs) as agreed with the building administrator and faculty according to the contract.
• Contributes to district and school decisions regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and staff well‑being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

• Highly qualified with competency in the content area.
• Appropriate content and grade level licensure:
  Teacher of Moderate Disability (PK-8) from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license; or Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license at high school level preferred and expected within 5 years.

If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our students and staff. We strive to equip approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts, with over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by students and staff.

We foster a positive and professional environment where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. We are a district committed to equity and excellence.

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