Extended School Year, Special Education Teacher

THE WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEEK A *Extended School Year, Special Education Teacher*

 

 

 

“Personal and civic responsibility, love of learning, and empathy for others; these are the qualities that the Wayland Public Schools seek to instill in its students. At its core, our mission is to provide a rigorous and stimulating academic environment that promotes the acquisition of knowledge and skills. Yet we deem it equally important to nurture self-confident, collaborative, and conscientious individuals. We strive to create a climate where risk-taking is safeguarded, open expression is encouraged, and free association is protected. Our goal is to advance our students' growth into principled, informed, and capable citizens who will help guide a democracy that follows humanitarian principles in the global forum, and shape a just society where individuals may reach their full potential.”

 

We welcome educators to our district who seek and thrive in a diverse environment that focuses on relationships, belonging, and excellence. Join us in our mission to support the diversity of our school community; implement equitable practices for all of our students, staff, and families; create meaningful connections that foster a sense of belonging; and provide an outstanding educational experience for students, staff, and families.

Job Description:
As a Summer Special Education Teacher, you will work closely with students with a wide range of disabilities to provide individualized instruction and support in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). You will create a positive, engaging classroom environment, adapt curriculum to meet students' needs, and help them develop essential academic, social, and functional skills. You will also collaborate with parents, staff, and specialists to ensure that each student receives the best possible support throughout the summer session.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans based on students’ IEPs.
• Provide direct, one-on-one or small group instruction to students in subjects 
• Adapt instructional strategies and materials to meet the specific learning needs of each student.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing regular feedback and adjusting instructional methods as necessary.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and confidence.
• Collaborate with parents and other professionals (e.g., speech therapists, behavior specialists, school psychologists) to ensure students’ academic and behavioral needs are met.
• Implement behavioral strategies and classroom management techniques to help students succeed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and performance.
• Provide support to students in non-academic activities, such as recess and lunch as needed.
• Ensure that all students are supported in developing social, emotional, and functional life skills.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding students' progress and any concerns.

The responsibilities and duties listed are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them for the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.