56 jobs found in lawrence

Administers, interprets and provides a written report of all assessments completed on students who are currently identified or have been referred to special education or Section 504. 1. Attends all team meetings on students assessed and assists in the development of IEP's, behavior management plans and specific goals and objectives. 2. Consults with teachers and recommends effective teaching strategies, materials and methodologies based on students' identified goals. 3. Consults with other specialists in order to effectively program for students' needs. 4. Provides counseling services for identified students. If needed, must be willing to work an adjusted day in order to counsel or meet with parents after school and early evenings. 5. Provide in-service training for staff regarding behavior management, assessment, and other areas of staff interest. 6. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Pupil Personnel Services Position Type:Full-time Positions Available:11 Job...

1. Assesses and evaluates student's health, and the degree of significance of health problems on student educational progress. 2. Utilizes effective techniques to counsel students, parents and school personnel and plan action for eliminating, minimizing or accepting health problems. 3. Assumes a leadership role in the identification of students with health needs that interfere with effective learning. 4. Provides programs for the prevention and control of disease. 5. Coordinates health services with other health disciplines in order to fulfill a total health education program. 6. Coordinates health services with community health programs. 7. Observes school facilities and recommends modifications necessary to maintain optimum health and safety of students and school personnel. 8. Responds to frequently encountered health and social problems, such as: child abuse and neglect; alcohol and other drug use; nutrition problems and eating disorders; teen pregnancy, etc. 9....

1. Provides emergency care in cases of injury or sudden illness. Such care will be limited to First Aid only, followed up by referral to the family physician or proper medical facility. 2. Maintains an accurate health record on each student. 3. Documents First Aid and illness care provided to staff and students. Completes accident reports, and maintains an accurate log of health room activity. 4. Screens all new students to ensure compliance with immunization laws and makes recommendations for exclusion of students for lack of compliance to school administration. 5. Identifies students with health problems. 6. Organizes, implements, and reports on mandated health screening programs in assigned schools. 7. Recommends exclusion and monitors readmission to school for students with infectious or communicable diseases. 8. Maintains First Aid Supplies in an appropriate location in the school. 9. Makes appropriate referrals and follows-up on vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening...

TherapyTravelers is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time for SLPs! About Us: The future is full of possibilities. At TherapyTravelers, we're excited about what the future holds for special education which is why we're changing the industry for the better. Our team has come together with a common goal: Work Hard, Be Kind. If you're ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Position Description: TherapyTravelers is partnering with an exceptional school district who is looking for a contract School Speech Language Pathologist for the 2022-2023 school year. Location: Lawrenceville, NJ Duration: April 10, 2023 - June 22, 2023 Onsite or Virtual: On-Site Full or Part Time: Full Time Schedule: 31.25 hours/week, Monday to Friday 9:00 AM - 3:15 PM Grade/Age Levels: Pre-K to 3rd-grade Caseload Description: Therapy and evaluations Benefits: TherapyTravelers offers a variety of benefits for you and your loved ones. As a valued and respected part of the...

This position is for a third grade special education teacher in a self-contained, co-teaching classroom. The special education teacher will work directly with a general education teacher to support and manage a co-taught third grade homeroom and self-contained class that supports both general education and special education students in an inclusive setting. The special education teacher will collaborate directly with the general education teacher to co-teacher and support students by providing differentiated academic services both individually and in small groups. The special education teacher will ensure all students are receiving and are supported in accessing rigorous, standards-based instruction through collaboration with grade-level teams and colleagues. Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to, -Collaborate with general education teacher to facilitate an effective co-taught classroom that supports all students -Attend and participate in relevant...

The Educational Team Facilitator coordinates and chairs special education team meetings. Writing and processing of the finalized individual educational plan. 1. Certification in Special Education with a Masters in Special Education or related field experience. 2. Minimum of 5 years of Special Education classroom experience. 3. Knowledge and understanding of the Team Evaluation Process, Chapter 766, IDEA, and Section 504 Regulations, Philosophy, and Timelines. 4. Strong written and oral communication and facilitation skills. 5. Fluency in Spanish preferred. Position Type:Full-time Positions Available:6 Job Categories :Special Education > Autism Special Education > Behavior Specialist / EBD Special Education > Consulting Teacher Special Education > Early Essential Education Special Education > Educational Diagnostician Special Education > Life Skills Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities Special Education > Multiple Disabilities Special Education...

Lawrence Public Schools is looking for exceptional and dedicated Special Education Teachers for vacancies throughout the district. Statement of duties include: • Structure the classroom to establish and maintain an effective learning environment for students with complex language, learning, and cognitive disabilities per student IEPs • Participate in the Team meeting process • Develop, implement, and monitor progress of IEP goals and objectives to ensure compliance • Develop appropriate instructional materials, activities, & lesson plans taking into consideration cognitive levels and age- appropriateness of students • Establish clear learning targets for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those learning targets to students • Promote a supportive learning and teaching environment that supports the social/emotional well-being of students • Plan and coordinate with specialists, related service providers, and other staff members to deliver comprehensive programming for...

This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative, collaborative, and dynamic team at the Lawrence Public Schools. Lawrence is home to 12 middle schools and they all join together in the Lawrence High School. The purpose of this job is to support our students and families as they prepare and ultimately join our high school community. This position also serves to support the beginning transition process for students who are enrolled in special education in the initiation of their transition planning documents. Duties/Responsibilities: -Identifies the students' needs and implements transition-related supports -Serves as the liaison for special education students and their families moving from 8th-9th grade -Developing family centered opportunities for transitional education -Performs a variety of assessments and observations to determine the areas of transitional needs for students transitioning from middle school to high school. -Provide professional development and guidance to...

1. Screens children whose speech, language, hearing or auditory processing is of concern to teachers, administrators or parents through observation, consultation, review of child's history and administration of screening and evaluation instruments. 2. Evaluates and re-evaluates the speech, language and auditory processing of children who are referred under Chapter 766 by administration of diagnostic tests and other clinical procedures. 3. Writes diagnostic summaries of evaluations and consults with parents and teachers so that diagnostic information can facilitate appropriate remediation and management of disabilities at school and at home. 4. Provides remediation for speech, language, hearing and auditory processing difficulties through individual and small group therapy. 5. Participates as a member of the Special Education Evaluation Team including the writing of Individualized Educational Plans for children who will receive speech and language services. 6. Consults and...

Lawrence Public Schools is looking for exceptional and dedicated Special Education Teachers for vacancies throughout the district. Statement of duties include: • Structure the classroom to establish and maintain an effective learning environment for students with complex language, learning, and cognitive disabilities per student IEPs • Participate in the Team meeting process • Develop, implement, and monitor progress of IEP goals and objectives to ensure compliance • Develop appropriate instructional materials, activities, & lesson plans taking into consideration cognitive levels and age- appropriateness of students • Establish clear learning targets for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those learning targets to students • Promote a supportive learning and teaching environment that supports the social/emotional well-being of students • Plan and coordinate with specialists, related service providers, and other staff members to deliver comprehensive programming for...

Lawrence Public Schools has seen tremendous value in the work of Behavior Analysts, and we continue to add additional BCBAs to the district. As we continue to grow it has become clear that there are 2 different roles of the BCBA depending on the buildings supported. One has more emphasis on working with students in Sub Separate classrooms and the other is working at a school that may not have sub separate classrooms. The two roles are listed below. Sub Separate: Provide consultation to students at elementary or secondary levels with a variety of learning needs and learner profiles supported in the sub-separate classroom setting. Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments, Conduct Applied Behavior Screener Assessments, Conduct skills-based assessments (VBMAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS, Socially Savvy) , Design (as part of a multidisciplinary team) and draft classroom wide behavior management systems and individualized behavior intervention plans. Develop a variety of behaviorally based...

Distributes and collects workbooks, paper and other materials for instruction. Reads to students, listens to students read, and participates in other forms of oral communications with students. Works with small groups of students to reinforce materials initially introduced by the teacher. Assists individual children in need of special attention. Operates equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes. Assists students in the library or media center or other locations throughout the school. Corrects objective-type tests and quizzes and records grades. Catalogs and files instructional materials and maintains an inventory of supplies an equipment and prepares orders or requisitions for needed material. Assists classroom teacher with implementation of behavior management programs and plans Other related duties as assigned by the classroom teacher. Position Type:Full-time Positions Available:1 Job Categories :Instructional Support > Individual Aide Instructional...

The ideal Building Based Educator (BBE) will: - Have an interest in beginning/continuing a career working in an elementary school. This position will provide significant, varied experiences in the role of classroom teacher and paraprofessional across Kindergarten through Grade 4, regular education and special education. Experience working with students of various elementary ages is a plus - Be reliable - Attendance and reliability is critical in this role. Teachers must be in school, on time, every day - Be flexible - this job requires the individual to take on numerous different responsibilities and grade levels on a daily and sometimes hourly basis - Be a team player - collaboration with teachers and staff is necessary for success in this role - Be creative in his/her approach. Substituting for various roles across the school will frequently require the individual to think fast on their feet and use a variety of methods to engage students of various ages - Have high standards and...

Instructional Coach & Coordinator for Special Education Who We Are Phoenix Charter Academy aims to show the world what all young people can do, and to defy the limitations of societal assumptions, classism, and racism. Phoenix Charter Academy was founded on the unwavering belief that all students can succeed at high levels. While this mantra is typical of high-performing schools, particularly those in the charter sector, Phoenix truly endeavors to reach every student, focusing on a growing number on the margins of the traditional public district education system: students who have dropped out of high school, students who are parenting children of their own, students who are or have been involved with the juvenile justice system, students who are older and new to the country and cannot gain access to public schooling, and students who are under-credited relative to the number of years they have spent enrolled in high school. We believe that these students, like all students, are...

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: -Plan and implement rigorous, curriculum-based lessons aligned to Massachusetts State Frameworks (CKLA Skills, CKLA Listening and Learning, Eureka Math, Inspire Science, Impact Social studies), Blended Learning Programs include: Freckle, Imagine Learning, Zearn and ST Math). -Assess student performance and lesson effectiveness using formative, summative and project-based assessments and review and utilize data to inform and evaluate instruction, monitor student progress and create measurable academic goals -Effectively differentiate services and support for students with a wide variety of academic, social and emotional needs -Proactively communicate with students' families to establish a partnership in support of student goals and contribute to school-wide effort to increase and maintain positive family engagement REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION: -Active Massachusetts Teacher Certification in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 with SEI endorsement...

Massachusetts Teacher Certification in appropriate area Proficient in English Bilingual Preferred Teaching mostly sophomore Geometry with the possibilities of Algebra sections and/or Senior Statistics About Lawrence Public Schools: Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district serving more than 13,000 students, the majority of whom are economically disadvantaged. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. We are committed to ensuring that our students, who have for too long been underserved, are provided with a high-quality, free, public education at their local district schools. About Abbott Lawrence Academy: Abbott Lawrence Academy (ALA) offers students in Lawrence an opportunity previously unavailable to most: the chance to experience a rich and rewarding honors education in the tradition of the most prestigious independent schools in the country, free of charge. All of our students undergo a comprehensive admissions process...

Massachusetts Teacher Certification in appropriate area Proficient in English Bilingual Preferred About Lawrence Public Schools: Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district serving more than 13,000 students, the majority of whom are economically disadvantaged. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. We are committed to ensuring that our students, who have for too long been underserved, are provided with a high-quality, free, public education at their local district schools. About Abbott Lawrence Academy: Abbott Lawrence Academy (ALA) offers students in Lawrence an opportunity previously unavailable to most: the chance to experience a rich and rewarding honors education in the tradition of the most prestigious independent schools in the country, free of charge. All of our students undergo a comprehensive admissions process consisting of an application and entrance exam. With an inaugural cohort of grade 9 students in the fall...

Counselor's duties include, but are not limited to the following: Completing Psychoeducational evaluations, Functional Behavioral Assessments, and/or social-emotional evaluations for students referred for testing including new referrals, students on IEP plans, and/or students considered for 504 Plans; Providing counseling services to students on IEPs as well as to the regular education population (mood disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, ADHD, social skill deficits, conduct disorders) in order to foster positive coping strategies, motivation, and skill development: Attending IEP meetings as well as Student Support Team meetings: Providing Behavior Management consulting services to teachers and developing and implementing individual behavior plans for struggling students: Working closely with families (including parents or extended family members) who may be involved in the student's life; Communicating with physicians and/or other mental health professionals...

Unique opportunity to join the growing Community Day Charter Public School network We are looking for experienced teachers with outstanding academic backgrounds to work with our middle school teams, renowned for closing the achievement gap of urban second language learners. Two teachers in each classroom work with grade level teams, supported by coaches. If you like innovation, research-based curriculum, and learning from a creative and collaborative team, please send us a resume. Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive health benefits. There are also opportunities for teachers to earn stipends for work in after-school programs and during school vacations. If hired, you could potentially be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500 and possibly more. Requirements: Required: Bachelor's degree Preferred: A valid Massachusetts Teaching License for the appropriate grade level; The Community Group is fully committed to...

Why Consider TCG's Co-Teaching Fellows and Generalists Teaching Program? The first few years of a child's education can be the most important in his/her life, setting the stage for future success. As a Community Group Teaching Fellow or Generalist, you will help prepare children for success throughout their lives. As a Fellow at CDCPS you will: Give children the tools they need to succeed in life Gain the experience you need to be hired as a permanent classroom teacher - many of our Fellows have been rehired as full classroom teachers after their year of experience and training with us Learn from outstanding educational practitioners Be part of a collaborative community of seasoned educators Be an integral part of the movement to transform education in Lawrence and the United States In The Community Group Co-Teaching Fellows program you will: Be involved in planning, delivering daily classroom lessons, and providing small group instruction based on students assessed learning...