Substantially Separate Teacher- STAR program

Substantially Separate Teacher- STAR program Job ID: 5628057 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Qualifications: Master’s degree strongly preferred Massachusetts Special Education Certification and Licensure Experience with students with severe disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Disabilities, and other disabilities and health needs. Knowledge of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Functional Communication Training (FCT), discrete trial training (DTT), precision teaching, natural environment teaching (NET), task analysis, and scripted teaching programs. Experience with alternative communication methods including AAC devices (LAMP, ProLoquo2Go, Pecs). Successful experience as a special educator including performing assessments using a variety of standardized protocols (VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, as well as academic evaluations). Experience with social skill development, self-regulation/self-management, and activities of daily living skill development. Specialized reading training preferred (Wilson Reading /Orton-Gillingham) Successful completion of QBS/SafetyCare training preferred. Knowledge of state and federal special education regulations. Effective organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, and a multidisciplinary special education team, including paraprofessionals, general education teachers, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, BCBA’s, family guardians Strong behavior management skills Responsible to: Principal, Special Education Team Leader, Director of Special Education Primary Functions: Coordinate all aspects of assigned special education program Major Responsibilities 1.0 Program Administration Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators Supervise and mentor paraprofessionals who work with students Collaborate with professional staff regarding their specific teaching, therapeutic and supervisory responsibilities. Support MCAS administration for students within the program. Collaborate with Principals and Educational Team Leader to develop individual schedules to ensure compliance and most effective instruction. Collaborate with Principal and Educational Team Leader to support co‑teaching models that provide inclusion experiences for students within the program. Ensure the implementation of administrative procedures related to PowerSchool; maintenance and security of student records for caseload. Prepare and help students and families transition from grade to grade. Collaborate with services providers, including but not limited to: school psychologists, school counselors, speech and language specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, vision/mobility therapists, BCBAs. 2.0 Direct Instruction Plan, prepare, and teach lessons and activities as a class, in small groups, and 1:1 as needed, in accordance with IEPs/Service Plans. Work cooperatively with other specialists/teachers to develop curriculum. Promote inclusion and equity of instruction in classrooms by implementing formative and summative assessments to track student progress. Use data to plan for instruction. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for paraprofessional(s). Implement group and individual behavior plans. Adapt lessons and modify assessments for students with special needs. Meet regularly with the BCBA and other internal TEAM members regarding issues and concerns around student needs. Communicate regularly with families regarding service delivery and progress 3.0 Assessment/Pre‑referral Participate in building‑based Student Assistant Team (SATs) and support regulatory pre‑referral activities by providing screenings as needed. Perform cognitive and achievement assessments using a variety of standardized protocols, including but not limited to Woodcock‑Johnson, WIAT, etc. 4.0 Professional Expectations Develop and update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals. Chair annual IEP meetings for assigned students, as needed. Attend all faculty meetings/in‑services/professional development activities as scheduled. Support and participate in all mandated DESE monitoring activities as requested; completion of required coursework, Coordinated Program Reviews, etc. Completes educational forms and reports as directed by the school, and/or local educational agency. 5.0 Other Carries out any other appropriate responsibilities assigned. Position Type: Full Time - Temporary Assignment Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Elizabeth Simone 100 Whiting Avenue Dedham, Massachusetts 02026 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education