Middle School Special Needs Teacher

About the Employer

Intensive Special Needs Teacher - Middle School

Job Summary

Valley Collaborative is a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education approved public school entity providing high-quality academic, therapeutic, and vocational services to individuals referred by local school districts and social service agencies. We seek an experienced Intensive Special Needs Teacher to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

Provide intensive instruction and support to students with severe disabilities (7.5 hours/day, 5 days/week; 212 days/year)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Maintain an organized, safe, and productive classroom environment

Develop and implement augmentative and alternative communication strategies as needed

Supervise classroom aides and provide consistent contact with families

Participate in staff meetings and in-service training as requested

Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude towards students, clients, and staff

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

DESE certification in Severe Disabilities (all levels)

Physical Demands

Constant standing or walking

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Bends, reaches, lifts, carries, twists, pushes, pulls, and handles equipment when performing duties

Other Competencies

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions

Adaptability to perform routine, repetitive tasks within a specific period of time

Prioritizes work assignments to be completed within time requirements

Benefits

12 sick days; 2 personal days (pro-rated)

Teacher retirement plan

403(b) plan

Tuition assistance

Health and dental insurance

Life/add insurance

Valley Collaborative

Valley Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, limited English speaking ability, or homelessness, as defined by state and federal laws. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.