Special Education Teacher (License Support Provided) (1738)

Job Description

Job Description

University Instructors, LLC is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead, change, and inspire students in the Fall River area. In the role as special education teacher, you will have the opportunity to serve students and help create inclusive and positive learning environments and experiences.

Job Responsibilities

1. Direct assignment to the building principal for routine administrative matters and to the Supervisor of Special Needs for the delivery of services identified in the IEP, and related program issues.
2. To perform all duties listed herein and other appropriate tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Special Needs.
3. In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, the School Psychologist and such other special needs staff members, as involved, perform diagnostic assessments of children suspected of, or diagnosed as having, special needs.
4. In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, consults regularly with Regular Education and Special Education Teachers regarding ways to meet the needs of those special needs students assigned to their classrooms.
5. Work with school staff to promote maximum integration of children with special needs
6. To participate actively in the evaluation process and TEAM meetings.
7. To chair all perfunctory Review and Annual Review Meetings of students.
8. To administer educational assessments for Annual Reviews and Re-evaluations.
9. To assist in the development of appropriate educational plans as directed by the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson.
10. Insure the orderly and timely implementation of those educational plans developed
11. To confer with the parents of special needs students, as needed.
12. To assist the Evaluation Chairperson and other assigned staff in maintenance of required records.
13. To submit to the Principal, the Director, the Supervisor of Special Education schedules and reports as required, including semi-annual Pupil Reports and Annual Review.
14. To collaborate with other Special Educators and Regular Education Teachers on cases requiring joint participation in implementing educational plans.

Qualifications

1. A Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education.
2. Appropriate Valid Massachusetts license, K-12 teaching experience or willingness to enroll in the required coursework to obtain a valid license.
3. Preference will be given to those candidates who present evidence of substantial experience in regular and/or special education settings.
4. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction, and closing the achievement gap
5. Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills
6. Experience in designing and implementing standards-based instruction
7. Manage time and resources effectively
8. Demonstrate culturally responsive teaching and competencies
9. Knowledge of methods to integrate information literacy, technology and 21st Century Skills into the MA Curriculum Frameworks or Common Core Standards

University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer

Company DescriptionCompany Overview:

University Instructors partners with schools to provide students with purposeful learning experiences led by inspirational educators. If you are committed to having a meaningful impact through instructing students in both one on one and small group settings to enhance student achievement, please apply and a member of our recruiting team will reach out to you with more details.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply.

Company Description

Company Overview: \r\n\r\nUniversity Instructors partners with schools to provide students with purposeful learning experiences led by inspirational educators. If you are committed to having a meaningful impact through instructing students in both one on one and small group settings to enhance student achievement, please apply and a member of our recruiting team will reach out to you with more details.\r\n\r\nVeterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply.