Teacher, Special Education (Heron Pond School) School Year 2024-2025
- TrulyHired
- Milford, NH 03055, USA
- Mar 06, 2025
Full-time
School Support
Job Description
Job Description
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Director of Special Services this position will provide direct instruction and instructional support to middle school students with Learning Disabilities and work in collaboration with the general education teachers. Monitor and evaluate outcomes for students. Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of district curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, district policies and effective instructional practices.
Thorough knowledge of IEP, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research-based reading instruction and assessments.
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives education.
Thorough knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures related to special education.
Works well with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities, teachers, and parents/guardians of students with disabilities.
Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Excellent communication skills.
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community.
Excellent communication skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Certified or certifiable by the New Hampshire Department of Education in General Special Education (1900) and Elementary Education K-8 (1810 or 1811) is required.
Certification by the New Hampshire Department of Education in Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities (1855) preferred.
Experience with inclusion classrooms and the co-teaching model preferred.
SCHOOL: Heron Pond Elementary School
WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Months
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $46,310 - $88,449 per year plus $1,000 stipend (salary and stipend are prorated based on the remaining days in the 2024-2025 school year contract)
Welcome to ATX Learning
The Milford School District provides an authentic, rigorous, and personalized experience for all students, so they can pursue their passions and become reflective, empowered, and contributing citizens of an ever-changing world. It educates more than 2,332 Pre-K to 12 students and employs approximately 378 staff members. It is comprised of 1 high school & ATC, 1 middle school, 2 elementary schools and 1 alternative school.
Entry into the school district officially begins at Jacques Memorial Elementary School which focuses on literacy, communication, social-emotional learning, and beginning technology skills. These foundational skills are then being developed, nurtured, and strengthened at Heron Pond Elementary School.
A full-time gifted and talented instruction is offered to selected students and a unique educational commitment of is extended to students with special needs through a smaller, alternative school environment. Also, a robust instrumental music program is being offered to third grade students because we believe that instrumental lessons offered to students in the elementary grades will provide a solid foundation of skills to feed and expand the middle school and high school bands. The Milford School District offers a full array of interscholastic athletic activities, including swimming and wrestling, in the state's intermediate division.
Meanwhile, our Milford Middle School helps our students transition from elementary school students to high school readiness by providing them opportunities to grow and develop into young adults. Respect and responsibility for self, others, and property is promoted as students are guided toward their fullest potential in academics and citizenship.
Lastly, Milford High School provides students with rigorous and varied curriculum through multiple course offerings. The school engages all students in authentic experiences and motivates them to achieve their potential. Career Technical Education (CTE) classes at the Milford High School's Applied Technology Center (ATC) offer multiple career opportunities in a variety of fields. The ATC currently offers nine career clusters/pathways for students graduating with advanced skills in biotechnology, precision machining, engineering, culinary arts, business/accounting/marketing, video production, graphic arts, construction technology, and computer science.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Director of Special Services this position will provide direct instruction and instructional support to middle school students with Learning Disabilities and work in collaboration with the general education teachers. Monitor and evaluate outcomes for students. Assist in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of district curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, district policies and effective instructional practices.
Thorough knowledge of IEP, learning theory, differentiated instruction, data collection, best instructional practices, research-based reading instruction and assessments.
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives education.
Thorough knowledge of state and federal policies and procedures related to special education.
Works well with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities, teachers, and parents/guardians of students with disabilities.
Ability to appropriately adapt instructional programs and materials. Excellent communication skills.
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community.
Excellent communication skills.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Certified or certifiable by the New Hampshire Department of Education in General Special Education (1900) and Elementary Education K-8 (1810 or 1811) is required.
Certification by the New Hampshire Department of Education in Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities (1855) preferred.
Experience with inclusion classrooms and the co-teaching model preferred.
SCHOOL: Heron Pond Elementary School
WORK SCHEDULE: 10 Months
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary: $46,310 - $88,449 per year plus $1,000 stipend (salary and stipend are prorated based on the remaining days in the 2024-2025 school year contract)
Welcome to ATX Learning
The Milford School District provides an authentic, rigorous, and personalized experience for all students, so they can pursue their passions and become reflective, empowered, and contributing citizens of an ever-changing world. It educates more than 2,332 Pre-K to 12 students and employs approximately 378 staff members. It is comprised of 1 high school & ATC, 1 middle school, 2 elementary schools and 1 alternative school.
Entry into the school district officially begins at Jacques Memorial Elementary School which focuses on literacy, communication, social-emotional learning, and beginning technology skills. These foundational skills are then being developed, nurtured, and strengthened at Heron Pond Elementary School.
A full-time gifted and talented instruction is offered to selected students and a unique educational commitment of is extended to students with special needs through a smaller, alternative school environment. Also, a robust instrumental music program is being offered to third grade students because we believe that instrumental lessons offered to students in the elementary grades will provide a solid foundation of skills to feed and expand the middle school and high school bands. The Milford School District offers a full array of interscholastic athletic activities, including swimming and wrestling, in the state's intermediate division.
Meanwhile, our Milford Middle School helps our students transition from elementary school students to high school readiness by providing them opportunities to grow and develop into young adults. Respect and responsibility for self, others, and property is promoted as students are guided toward their fullest potential in academics and citizenship.
Lastly, Milford High School provides students with rigorous and varied curriculum through multiple course offerings. The school engages all students in authentic experiences and motivates them to achieve their potential. Career Technical Education (CTE) classes at the Milford High School's Applied Technology Center (ATC) offer multiple career opportunities in a variety of fields. The ATC currently offers nine career clusters/pathways for students graduating with advanced skills in biotechnology, precision machining, engineering, culinary arts, business/accounting/marketing, video production, graphic arts, construction technology, and computer science.
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