Special Education Teacher-High School

Department: Special Education

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt):Exempt; Unit A

Reports to: Special Education Department Head / Principal

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY: The Special Education Teacher provides an appropriate educational program for high school students with special needs. This teacher may act as a case manager for a group of students, co-teach in a regular education department, teach a substantially separate subject area class, and support student acquisition of skills related to IEP goals. The teacher is also expected to maintain open communication with parents, regular education teachers, counselors, and housemasters, as well as contribute to the regular functioning and development of the Special Education Department and fulfill other responsibilities as a member of the broader school community.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
• Experience implementing all parts of the IEP process
• Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Believes in helping all students achieve their potential, including minority and low socio-economic students
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Additionally licensed in a regular education content area (Science, History, Math, English)
  
  

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities (Not Limited To)

This position carries Academic Support teaching responsibilities.

• Teach students specific skills and strategies to help them access the curriculum.
• Conducted IEP meetings and completed all related paperwork in a timely fashion.n
• Monitor student progress; revise IEP according to progress
• Co-teach in regular education content area or teach substantially separate subject
• Prepare students for the transition to post-high school life
• Communication with school personnel outside of the department and parents
• Attendance at departmental and school-wide meetings
• Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential for the supervision and instruction of students
• Responsible for implementing "other job-related duties" as needed
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment

• A teacher is expected to move around the school regularly and be visible within the school community.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.