Special Education Teachers – Lower or Secondary School

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What you can expect as a Special Education Teacher in our Lower or Secondary Schools:

As our Special Education Teacher , you will provide instructional services for students with multiple disabilities including visual impairment, based on individual needs and evaluate students as required. You will plan, prepare and implement appropriate educational goals for each student as well as provide a variety of adapted materials and aids as appropriate for each student.

Responsibilities:

Meets educational requirements and qualifies for certification/licensure while updating and expanding knowledge

Demonstrates understanding of the general curriculum, expanded core curriculum, and subject matter/area of expertise

Determines present levels of performance by reviewing background information and conducting informal and formal assessments

Develops and prioritizes measurable objectives for learners; plans short term and long term instruction or clinical strategies to address individual objectives.

Establishes and maintains structures, rules, and procedures for learners and sets and maintains high expectations and standards of behavior

Establishes and adapts the environment to make it conducive to learning

Establishes good rapport and maintains respectful relationships with learners, adapting lessons for individuals with diverse needs and various backgrounds

Engages learners by using a variety of approaches and motivating strategies to convey knowledge and develop skills, maximizing instructional/clinical time

Provides positive reinforcement and constructive feedback

Develops performance measures and informs learners of the criteria for success; evaluates learner performance, keeps records, and reports progress in learning; revises instructional plans based on ongoing observation/evaluation information;

Helps create positive, inclusive interpersonal relationships

Shows respect for students, colleagues, administrators, family members, and others, communicating well with, supports, advises, and/or advocates for learners

Collaborates, consults with, and maintains effective communication with outside agency staff, staff at all levels, and family members, and when indicated, provides training

Maintains effective communication and works cooperatively with administrators

Maintains a safe environment and handles emergencies

Maintains a clean, neat, inviting, and well-designed learning environment

Ensures learners' medical needs are met by altering teaching/clinical strategies and following protocols.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in education or relevant field, able to obtain moderate to severe special needs teacher license within 3 years of employment.

Ability to complete and maintain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Crisis Prevention and Physical Intervention (CPPI) Certifications

Ability to travel independently

Master's degree in Special Education with a current teacher certification in severe special needs is preferred.

Previous experience working with students with visual impairments or students with severe disabilities is preferred.

Perkins offers a comprehensive benefits package for part time and full time employees, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness programs available.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one

Paid Time Off

Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more

Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond. We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.

Perkins is an equal opportunity employer. View the Perkins Notice of non-discrimination.