Special Education Teacher (The Schwartz School)

About the role

Joining Meeting Street means becoming part of a special place of learning where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements motivating and creative age-appropriate activities to address goals as outlined in each students’ IEP including vocational opportunities, community-based learning experiences, MA curriculum frameworks, and service-learning projects.
• Collaborates with other teachers and therapists to implement an integrated educational/therapeutic model.
• Develops lesson plans, progress reports, and IEPs within specified timelines as directed.
• When scheduled, performs MCAS alternate assessments.
• Creates a learning environment where the students are stimulated and motivated to work to their best potential.
• Designs and implements appropriate academic and social goals for all students.
• Facilitates interactions among children that provide opportunities for emotional, social and cognitive growth.
• Collaborates with other educators and specialists in the planning, adapting and teaching of curriculum for all learners and guides classroom staff in the implementations of goals.
• Maintains data records on each student’s progress in order to write accurate evaluations and/or progress reports.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Special Education.
• Valid Certification from the MA Department of Education as a Special Education Teacher.
• Valid Certification in Severe/Profound disabilities OR Mild/Moderate disabilities with willingness to pursue Severe/Profound disabilities certification (tuition reimbursement offered).
• A minimum of 2-3 years teaching experience, with prior experience working with children. with and without disabilities in an inclusive environment preferred.
• Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternate assessments.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• $5,000 sign on bonus
• Generous PTO
• 13 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and MORE

Pay

Salary range: $60,261 - $91,974 annually

Schedule

Full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

Meeting Street is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe in upholding our values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity, and excellence.

Skills

Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks and MCAS alternate assessments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and MORE

Benefits

13 paid holidays, generous PTO, and a competitive pay range of $60,261 - $91,974 annually.

Application

To learn more about us and apply, visit www.meetingstreet.org.