Special Education Teacher (Waypoint Academy)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Cape Cod Collaborative is an educational organization providing a full range of instructional and support services to the students, parents and public school staff of our 20 member districts, whose needs are best addressed through a multi-district effort. Our student services include: alternative education programs for low incident, special needs populations; programs for the multi-handicapped; therapy and services for students requiring specialized support; and a full range of transportation services for both the special needs and general education population. We coordinate collegial sharing opportunities for various professional groups, conduct executive searches and offer a wide range of professional development and training opportunities for the educators and support personnel of our member districts. #WeAreOneCollaborative

Job Description

Waypoint Academy (South Yarmouth) supports students in middle and high school in an alternative school setting. There are openings for teachers with certification in Moderate Disabilities (5-12).

Performance Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)
  • FBA & Development of Positive Behavior Support Plans (including reinforcement systems, visual contracts, etc.)
  • Ability to manage challenging behaviors
  • Understanding of pragmatics / social skills needs
  • Development and modification of curriculum
  • Collaboration and integration of therapies
  • Assessment of data collection for developing IEPs
  • Conduct state and local assessments
  • Develop data collection systems to ensure proper reporting of student progress
  • Supervise and train paraprofessionals
  • Other duties as directed by Program Director

Reports to: Waypoint Academy Program Director

Location: 117 Route 28, South Yarmouth, MA 02644

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package.

Learn more about the Cape Cod Collaborative here.