TASC Special Education Teacher- Severe License

TASC Special Education Teacher – Severe License

William

F. Stanley Elementary School – Waltham, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction to special education students on the autism spectrum in both self‑separate and inclusion settings. The TASC teacher supports the development and implementation of discrete trial programs and behavior plans, and serves as the special education liaison for a group of students in the program.

The TASC program offers services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related diagnoses, using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). A high student‑to‑teacher ratio ensures appropriate academic, behavioral, and social support. Opportunities include both small group and individualized instruction.

• Utilizes effective and varied instructional techniques and procedures.
• Provides a standards-based, student‑centered environment in each class taught.
• Utilizes educational materials properly.
• Maintains a pleasant, neat and well‑organized classroom.
• Performs scheduled duties promptly.
• Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
• Maintains professional competence through in‑service educational activities.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the content area.
• Understands and implements the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.

• Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
• Relates well to students of varied proficiency.
• Provides and promotes opportunities for students to develop a wholesome self‑concept.
• Guides students toward self‑control.

• Provides effective student structure in the total school setting.
• Accepts responsibility for the well‑being of each assigned student.
• Remains approachable to students and parents, as needed.
• Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.

• Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
• Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
• Dresses appropriately and is well‑groomed.
• Accepts constructive criticism.
• Applies suggestions for improvement.
• Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
• Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
• Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning.
• Participates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiatives.
• Aligns instruction to the Massachusetts frameworks and departmental syllabi.

• Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materials.
• Works effectively with administrative personnel.
• Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
• Fulfills assigned duties and out‑of‑class responsibilities.
• Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.

Scope:
Supervises students and evaluates their achievement. Given and Received:
Supervised by principal and/or director.

Qualified applicants must forward cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement and three current letters of recommendation.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education in Severe Disabilities, All Levels.
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.

• Currency in the curriculum including knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
• Effective classroom management.
• Effective instruction in a standards‑based classroom.
• Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency.
• Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
• Effective integration of technology across the curriculum.
• Knowledge of special education paperwork and procedures.
• Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.

• Ability to deliver effective instruction.
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