Special Education Teacher

Special education teacher opening at Brookline High School. Candidates should have experience working with students that have a wide range of disabilities and needs.

We seek candidates who have experience in overseeing paraprofessionals, and who are able to work collaboratively with other team members. Responsibilities include providing direct instruction to students in academic strategies, content areas (small group instruction and/or co-teaching with general education content teachers), conducting standardized and curriculum-based assessments, writing IEPs and progress reports, general case management, communicating with parents, and attending IEP meetings.

Duties include but are not limited to:
Provide direct specialized core academic instruction/support in core content area in a small group setting or inclusion classroom
Provide direct specialized academic strategies and executive functioning instruction
Provide high-level individualized instruction in History content areas as needed to target IEP goals and objectives.
Plan and deliver engaging lessons with clear and measurable objectives based on the MA Curriculum Frameworks and student IEPs that are relevant to the appropriate curriculum and students in class.
Collaborate with general educators in the small group and co-taught settings, implementing appropriate accommodations, planning, differentiating, and supporting the instruction for students with IEPs
Employ special education strategies and techniques during instruction to improve student skills ( executive functioning, reading comprehension, written expression, self advocacy, etc.)
Manage class operation by setting high academic and behavioral expectations, implementing routines, anticipating potential problems and taking appropriate preventative measures.
Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools.
Maintain accurate and complete students records and prepare reports, IEPs on assigned caseload,as required by laws, district policies and administrative procedures.
Understand the Individual Education Plan of students in class and/or caseload , participate in team meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Communicate and consult with parents, administrators and other professionals on students' academic,social and behavioral progress.
Meet all deadlines in the IEP process, including but not limited to IEP meeting timelines, academic testing, progress report timelines, etc.
Maintain professional competence by actively participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings,department meetings and other professional opportunities.
Coordinate, guide and direct the classroom including paraprofessionals and support staff working with students.
Fulfill department and school duties as assigned by high school administrators
Comply with all personnel policies of the Public Schools of Brookline
Fulfill other duties as directed by the special education administrator

Requirements Qualifications:
DESE certification Teacher of students Moderate Disabilities, 5-12 - REQUIRED;
Must have strong oral and written communication skills
SEI Endorsement

Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Mass DESE certification in secondary content area (Math/Science) 5-12 preferred
Autism Endorsement
The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.

The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.