What are the responsibilities and job description for the Long-term Substitute Special Education Teacher position at Project Support Preschool?
This is a long-term substitute position and is available until the end of the 2024-2025 school year and pays $120.00 per day.
This position is for an integrated preschool classroom at Project Support Preschool at the Parker School location. The integrated preschool program provides an environment in which children in need of special education services learn with and from their peers in an inclusive setting. The goal of the program is to provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that are individualized to meet the needs of each child. The program provides a language-based developmental preschool experience. Each classroom has a maximum enrollment of 15 students: 8 community peers and 7 students with IEPs. Hours are from 8:15-3:15.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
This position is accountable for planning and providing appropriate learning experiences for preschool students with & without disabilities in the integrated preschool setting. The teacher is responsible for creating a learning environment that provides specialized instruction for preschool students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment as well as providing a preschool experience that is aligned with DESE standards for all preschoolers. The teacher is responsible for ensuring that students with an IEP receive services following federal and state laws and regulations.
JOB DUTIES:
1. Follow Federal and state regulations and district procedures for special education and the Americans with Disabilities Act, meet timelines, and ensure a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
2. Provide direct and indirect instructional support to students in order for the students to make meaningful progress based on their unique circumstances.
3. Develop lesson plans aligned with DESE standards that are accessible to all students.
4. Employ specialized instructional methodologies and techniques to support access to curriculum and documented progress.
5. Prepare and adapt lessons to meet the needs of all students.
6. Modify content, methodologies, and performance expectations as required for a student with disabilities to access the curriculum and the school environment.
7. Conduct educational assessments and write evaluation reports that meet the Federal and state requirements.
8. Participate in the team process and eligibility determinations for special education.
9. Schedule and chair annual review meetings.
10. Write Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and implement services outlined in the IEP.
11. Write measurable goals with objectives/benchmarks that are measurable and keep data to support achievement towards meeting the goals and objectives/benchmarks.
12. Determine the need for extended school year services through ongoing data collection that measures regression/recoupment following breaks in service during the school year.
13. Write progress reports commensurate with the general education report card schedule.
14. Collaborate with team members, general education teachers, and related service providers regarding the delivery of services and IEP development.
15. Communicate with parents/guardians to discuss student progress.
16. Supervise and direct paraprofessionals
17. Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation and self-care including toileting.
18. Performs other responsibilities as deemed appropriate and assigned by a supervisor and/or designee.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Massachusetts Licensure as a Special Education Teacher PreK-8
Salary : $120
