Special Education Teacher - Moderate Needs - High School Level

Leominster High School is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher. The position involves co-teaching in inclusion settings and teaching executive functioning skills in an academic support class.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Co-Teach inclusion classes.

• Teach executive functioning skills in an academic support setting

• Works in conjunction with other staff to create IEPs; provides input for student reevaluation.

• Communicate regularly with families of students receiving services.

• Maintain service delivery log and progress notes; uses ongoing assessments to evaluate and report on student progress.

• Provide consultation to general education staff pertaining to student progress.

• BA/BS

• MA Special Education certification

• Demonstrated ability to engage, direct, and teach high school-age students

• Skilled at setting limits, processing events, and guiding students to take responsibility for their actions. 

• Knowledge of federal and state special education laws and regulations, including mandated reporting.

• Experience with IEP-focused service delivery or solution-focused counseling

• Ability to establish strong relationships with students, faculty, and parents.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Reading Instruction not required but is an advantage.