Special Education Teacher | Autism Program (2023-2024 School Year)
Pay Competitive
Employment type Full-Time
Job Description
- Req# : 4835
- FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Dunning Elementary
- TITLE : Special Education Teacher - Autism Program 2023-2024 School Year
POSITION SUMMARY : To provide direct instruction to students in special education programs in order to deliver Framingham Public Schools' high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap among subgroups within the schools. The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) program serves students on the Autism Spectrum who require more intensive social-pragmatic, academic, and behavioral support. The Program provides intensive behavioral training through ABA, discrete trial training, task analysis, floor time, and total communication techniques in order to develop social skills and academic readiness skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Provides direct and indirect research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's Individualized Educational Program (IEP).Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.Develops and implements annual IEP plans for students to include : present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with Team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources including i-pads.Serves as primary contact for the parent.Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.Demonstrates knowledge of the developmental levels of students and the different ways these students learn by providing differentiated learning experiences that enable all students to progress toward meeting intended outcomes and goals.Participates in the Team meeting process.Ensures compliance with IEPs and timelines, maintains accurate and complete student records, and prepares reports on children and activities, as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.Provides instruction with measurable outcomes and challenging tasks making progress towards higher-order thinking skills.Collaborates with the general education teachers to modify and accommodate curriculum, as needed, in accordance with the student's IEP.Organizes, conducts, and analyzes results from educational assessments to determine progress and use findings to adjust practice and delivery methods.Collaborates and works as a liaison to parents and families.Defines high expectations for the quality of student work and the perseverance and effort required to produce it.Develops students' interpersonal, group, and communication skills and provides opportunities for students to learn in varied groupings.When applicable, works with and collaborates with paraprofessionals who provide support to the students to ensure consistency and success.Other duties and responsibilities as reasonably assigned.REPORTS TO : Building Principal, Special Education Team Evaluation Coordinator, and Director of Special Education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION : This position is classified as Exempt (Professional).
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Covered under the Framingham Teachers Association (Unit A) Contract.
Framingham Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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