Job Description

We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for our substantially separate program for students with intensive needs who require individualized instruction across all academic areas. Students typically have either global cognitive delays or a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum.

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction for students
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences and learning styles
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, and materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of learning styles and needs of students assigned
Manage student behavior to achieve an effective learning environment and in compliance with district and state guidelines.
Work collaboratively with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Provide timely and appropriate plans for substitutes as necessary.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning through formal and informal testing.
Persistent belief in the potential for all students to succeed academically with an asset-based mindset
Ability to communicate respectfully and in a culturally proficient manner with parents/guardians about student progress and language acquisition
Ability to analyze and utilize student data to develop and/or co-create curriculum and instruction that meets the needs of diverse learners.

Requirements

MA DESE licensure in moderate or severe disabilities; severe disabilities preferred
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (required within one year of start date)
At least three (3) years of relevant experience preferred
Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the appropriate content area

Compensation

Compensation is set in accordance with the Beverly Teachers Association Unit A collective bargaining agreement and is commensurate with experience and education.

Employment Eligibility

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a CORI and SORI background check and fingerprint-based national criminal history check, in accordance with Massachusetts law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Special Education Teacher: Substantially Separate ASD/High Needs Program