Special Education Teacher-ASD Program

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District John Duval Jr. Elementary - Whitman, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5895666

Final date to receive applications: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

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PRINCIPAL

DESEEducator's Licensure in Subject Area is Required

SEI Endorsement is required for ALL classroom and subject area teachers PK-12 and special education.

• To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District
• To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each ‘student‘s abilities, interests, and needs
• To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students

• Instruct students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum
• Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, and communicates these objectives to students.
• Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation
• Supports the learning needs of students in terms of their IEP goals and objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course
• Assess the progress of students in terms of course objectives on a continuous basis and provide progress reports as required
• Provides instruction aligned with students' IEP in the areas of Transition Skills, Functional Academics, and Life Skills.
• Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values

• Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes
• Establishes and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and teaching.
• Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher‘s presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds)
• Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials, and facilities
• With the support of the school's BCBA, implement individualized behavior plans and collect the corresponding data.

• Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations
• Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
• Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations
• Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents
• Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency
• Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments
• Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.

• Makes provision…