What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher position at Placentino Elementary?
The Placentino Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our therapeutic classroom (Pathways program). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in special education and experience working with students with emotional and behavioral challenges. This role involves creating and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), delivering specialized instruction, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support students' academic, social, and emotional development.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Special Education
- DESE certification in Special Education (Moderate or Severe)
- SEI Endorsement
- Experience working in a therapeutic or special education setting
- Strong understanding of individualized instruction, behavior management, and therapeutic interventions.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting students with diverse needs.
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional certification or training in therapeutic techniques or behavioral interventions.
- Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
- Knowledge of current best practices and research in special education and therapeutic teaching methods.
- Safety Care
If you are interested in learning more about this amazing opportunity at Placentino Elementary, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) letters of reference.
Public School employees of Massachusetts are required to submit their fingerprints to a National Criminal Database check. The check will require you to pay a fee of $55 if you hold an Educator’s License, or $35 if you are an unlicensed employee. In addition to the national background check, a satifsfactory Massachusetts Criminal Record Check (CORI) is required.
Placentino Elementary: We are a preschool to grade 2 elementary school with a strong belief in the unlimited potential of every child. We are committed to the development of responsible, respectful, and compassionate students who strive to achieve their personal best, and develop a passion for life-long learning and growth.
Placentino is unique in that it offers three programs of study beginning in kindergarten: Traditional, Montessori and French Immersion. We also offer 2 half-day preschool programs: Montessori and Integrated Preschool .
At Placentino we CARE! Students are encouraged to follow the 4 character traits of Cooperation, Acceptance, Responsibility, and Effort. Our CARE program promotes a positive school climate and a trusting and respectful student-teacher relationship.
The quality of Holliston's distinctive programs are reflected in the ongoing commitment of our teachers and staff towards continuous growth and development. Placentino is a proud and enthusiastic learning community!
Salary : $55
