Integrated Preschool Teacher- Long Term Subsitute

WPS is a high-achieving west-suburban district of 2,800 students, with one preschool, three elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Our diverse student body hails from Wayland and Boston and is composed of 32% students of color and 68% white students, with 15% of our students having a first language other than English. We seek educators who embrace the diversity of our students and can lead our staff and students in attaining our district's mission:

"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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

The Children's Way, Wayland Public Schools Integrated Preschool Program, is seeking a creative and dynamic Long term subsitute for the remainder of the 24-25 school year. The Preschool Teacher will lead a classroom providing direct instruction to preschoolers with and without disabilities.

The Preschool Teacher works alongside and collaborates with a strong team of teachers, therapists, and teaching assistants to provide high quality intervention and instruction. Ongoing support is provided by administration, BCBA, and others as needed.

Curriculum and learning materials are carefully selected to follow the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Guidelines for Preschool and Kindergarten Learning Experiences. Play is the work of early childhood! The school day is rooted in our belief that children learn through play, their interactions with their peers, and with engaging, high-quality materials.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Screening and identifying children who may have disabilities;
• Coordinating special education evaluation procedures and acting as the liaison;
• Conducting diagnostic assessments and preparing related reports;
• Developing and writing Individualized Education Plans in conjunction with parents and other professionals;
• Attending and chairing special education Team meetings;
• Delivering instructional services and interventions individually, in a small group setting and/or the classroom in accordance with the student's Individual Education Plan;
• Developing, adapting, and modifying curriculum materials for students with disabilities that correlate with regular education peers;
• Conferencing and communicating regularly with parents and other professionals on behalf of students with disabilities and typical learners;
• Writing progress reports

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree with emphasis on special education;
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as Teacher of Young Children with and without Special Needs or comparable licensure;
• Minimum of three years experience as a preschool teacher in an integrated setting;
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team;
• Experience with diverse populations and commitment to Wayland's goals of diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism;
• Solid communication skills both orally and in written form;
• Experience with ABA methodologies, specifically the creation of programs and associated data collection;
• Knowledge of social-emotional-behavioral development in young children;
• Experience with a range of disabilities:
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the learning needs of all learners in the classroom;
• Understanding of Massachusetts Preschool Frameworks;
• Knowledge evidence-based and other best practices for imstruction.