Teacher Special Educator, CRLS/OSS Updated: 7/23

About the role

The Special Educator works under the supervision of the Assistant Superintendent, Special Education Director, and/or Coordinator of the Office of Student Services. This position provides specially designed instruction to students with mild/moderate special needs in both general education and special education settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct special education services to students with disabilities
• Explicitly instruct and/or support students in reading/literacy, math, written language, and social-emotional behavior
• Progress monitor student mastery of IEP goals and objectives using various assessments and data collection tools
• Develop Individualized Education Programs for students based on various types of data specific to the students' present levels of functioning and performance
• Provide instruction to students using systematic, structured, and multisensory approaches to learning
• Collaborate with general education, special education, and related services staff
• Administer formal and informal assessments and analyze data to inform decisions regarding IEP goals/objectives, learning approaches/content, and support
• Accommodate and modify for student learning, and support the general education teacher with the implementation of appropriate accommodations in the general education setting
• Perform any related duties as outlined by the Assistant Superintendent, Special Education Director, and/or Coordinator of the Office of Student Services

Requirements

• Broad knowledge and experience of programs and services specific to students’ areas of eligibility (i.e., autism, academic, behavior, learning, etc.)
• Above-average skills in collaboration
• Excellent skills in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability in collaborating and supporting parents and families
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive educational practices, including various co-teaching approaches
• General knowledge of various formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and skills
• General knowledge of state and federal special education guidelines and requirements
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Special Education required, Master's preferred, concentration in learning disabilities preferred
• Massachusetts Certification of students with mild/moderate or severe special needs required
• Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments
• Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Special Education required, Master's preferred, concentration in learning disabilities preferred
• Massachusetts Certification of students with mild/moderate or severe special needs required
• Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments
• Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading

Skills

• Broad knowledge and experience of programs and services specific to students’ areas of eligibility (i.e., autism, academic, behavior, learning, etc.)
• Above-average skills in collaboration
• Excellent skills in oral and written communication
• Demonstrated ability in collaborating and supporting parents and families
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive educational practices, including various co-teaching approaches
• General knowledge of various formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and skills
• General knowledge of state and federal special education guidelines and requirements
• Experience teaching or student teaching in urban environments
• Specialized training/certification in a foundational reading program such as Orton-Gillingham or Wilson Reading

Benefits

The Cambridge Public Schools offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with some evening and weekend availability as needed.