Special Education Elementary LINKS-Autism Teacher

About the role

Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Strives by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
Affords assessments of the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents at deemed necessary.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Determines the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strives by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
• Affords assessments of the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents at deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Determines the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.

Requirements

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area;
• Appropriate content and grade level licensure Teacher of Severe or Moderate Disability (PreK-8) from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;
• Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; or
• Master's Degree with appropriate content area license at high school level preferred and expected within 5 years.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area;
• Appropriate content and grade level licensure Teacher of Severe or Moderate Disability (PreK-8) from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;
• Bachelor's Degree with appropriate license; or
• Master's Degree with appropriate content area license at high school level preferred and expected within 5 years.

Skills

• Ability to meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Ability to plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
• Ability to create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Ability to guide the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establish and communicate clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
• Ability to employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Ability to strive by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives and performance expectations.
• Ability to afford assessments of the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provide progress reports as required, and communicate with parents at deemed necessary.
• Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Ability to determine the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seek the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Ability to take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Ability to follow the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develop rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Ability to plan and supervise assignments for paraprofessionals, and make written evaluations as required.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Professional development opportunities for all staff.
• Career advancement opportunities and "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs.

Pay

Salary range TBD based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the students and the district.

About the District

The Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence.

Contact Information

If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!

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