LTS- Special Education Teacher

Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District is an engaged and collaborative community where students are met with joy and kindness, by faculty and staff who are empowering and inspiring and where EVERY voice matters! The students, staff and administration of Freetown Lakeville Middle School are excited to build our team of amazing educators. The mission of Freetown-Lakeville Middle School is to help each student develop into a respectful, responsible and resilient individual while acquiring the knowledge and skills to become a positive and active contributor to society. We are seeking a substitute special education teacher who enjoys teaching in a student centered, learning environment. Our special education teachers are passionate about teaching their curriculum and are able to relate concepts and principles to students' everyday lives. They implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for all students and plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned. Position Objective: This position is accountable for assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District. Responsibilities: PRIMARY LOVE of teaching and learning, believing every child can learn, be collaborative, bring joy and kindness to school each day 1. Responsible for remaining up to date regarding curriculum content. 2.Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction. 3.Responsible for mentoring students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, when appropriate. 4.Responsible for effective management of the classroom environment. 5.Responsible for effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques. 6.Responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn. 7.Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement. 8.Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student earning, including, for implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and\or second language learners 9.Responsible for providing equal educational and employment opportunities to all individual regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, gender identity, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness 10.Performance of other job-related duties as assigned. Social/Civic Expectations: Freetown-Lakeville students and staff will: practice responsible citizenship; respect self and others; accept responsibility; and work cooperatively. Required Qualifications: 1. BA Degree Preferred Qualifications: 1.Teaching experience in the content area 2.Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs Thank you for your interest in our position at Freetown Lakeville Middle School. If you have any questions or would like to visit, please call (508) 923-3518. Salary & Terms of Employment: In accordance with the Freetown-Lakeville Regional School District Substitute Employment. Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding. Contact: Jacqueline Francisco jfrancisco@freelake.org Learn more about us link to website