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ANTICIPATED OPENING FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEARFUNDING CONTINGENT ON TOWN MEETING APPROVAL MAY 24, 2023BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLSBELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTSVACANCY #2DATE: May 12, 2023TITLE: 1.0 FTE Severe Needs Special Education Teacher - Substantially Separate (Grades K-3) LOCATION: Joseph F. DiPietro Elementary SchoolSALARY: Per BTA ContractFUNCTION: To teach children with varying disabilities using evidence-based instructional practices in order to ensure that students gain skills in the areas of academics, functional communication, life skills, and social skills, with the goal of building independence in all areas of their lives. Reports to the Building Principal.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Work collaboratively and in consultation with all members of the students educational team2.

Develop and implement Individual Educational Programs (IEPs)3. Evaluate and complete Progress Reports4. Attend and participate in IEP team meetings5. Collect and analyze data to develop and implement individualized skill acquisition lessons based on ABA techniques6.

Conduct behavioral observations and assist Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) with developing Behavior -Support Plans for students in the substantially separate classroom7. Implement Behavior Support Plans with students and model implementation for support staff8. Develop student schedules within the classroom9. Collect and analyze data on students progress toward IEP objectives, including objectives within the following goal areas: Functional Communication, Functional Academics, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Behavior Management, Social Skills, Activities of Daily Living, and Pre-Vocational/Community Skills10.

Consult with, and assist, inclusion teachers in meeting the behavioral needs of students across general and special education settings11. Utilizing the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards, develop and implement modified curriculum for 1:1 instruction and small group instruction within the classroom12. Assess effectiveness of curriculum modifications and Behavior Support Plans for each student within the classroom and when students are participating in inclusive settings13. Administer and interpret standardized and informal assessments, including but not limited to language, academic, social/emotional, adaptive, and self-help assessments.

Write assessment reports based on the findings of these assessments.14. Implement federal and state special education laws, regulations, and mandates15. Communicate effectively with parents16. Participate in district-wide and program-specific professional development17.

Perform related work as directed by the building principal and/or Director of Student Services.18. Adheres to the adopted policy of the Bellingham School CommitteeQUALIFICATIONS: 1. DESE License as a Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities OR BCBA Licensure along with Emergency MA DESE Severe Needs Licensure OR Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, Grades PreK-8, plus additional training in developing individualized modified curriculum for students with cognitive delays (preferred).2. Experience teaching students with Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder (preferred)3.

Knowledge and familiarity with state and district curriculum standards (preferred)4. Knowledge and familiarity of federal and state special education laws, regulations, and mandates (preferred)SKILLS: 1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills 2. Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and administrators3.

Excellent organizational skills4. Knowledge and ability to implement social skills groups5. Ability to implement and utilize positive behavioral intervention strategies APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 1. Applicants should apply via SchoolSpring.2.

Applicants must be willing to sign a Criminal Offender Record Information release upon application and have no recorded serious violations that would prevent hiring for this position. Your appointment is pending suitable fingerprint results in accordance with the Fingerprinting Requirements for Public School Employees: Implementation of MGL Chapter 77 of the ACts of 2013. 3. This position is open until filled.

Internal applicants must submit notice of intent to apply by Thursday, March 30, 2023.. 4. Following initial screening, those selected for personal interviews will be notified.

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