Job Description
Job Description
Special Education Teacher for ASD Program
Applicants are preferred to have experience teaching in a sub-separate program for students on the Autism Spectrum.
JOB GOALS:
To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District
To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each 'student's abilities, interests, and needs
To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTION
Instruct students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum
Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, and communicates these objectives to students.
Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation
Supports the learning needs of students in terms of their IEP goals and objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required
Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course
Assess the progress of students in terms of course objectives on a continuous basis and provide progress reports as required
Provides instruction aligned with students' IEP in the areas of Transition Skills, Functional Academics, and Life Skills.
Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes
Establishes and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and teaching.
Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher's presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds)
Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials, and facilities
With the support of the school's BCBA, implement individualized behavior plans and collect the corresponding data.
ORGANIZATION
Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations
Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations
Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents
Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency
Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments
Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.
PARENT/COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS
Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes
Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.
Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.
Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum, classroom performance, and teacher-student, staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.
CPI or equivalent training
QUALIFICATIONS
Massachusetts Special Education Certification.
Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.
Commitment to continuously improve professional competence
Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy, goals, curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.
Salary Range is listed in the Unit A Teacher's Collective Bargaining Agreement at https://www.whrsd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=18535568&pageId=20051337
Welcome to ATX Learning
Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Mission Statement
Mission Statement
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The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District is committed to providing each student with a high quality education that promotes student success and responsible citizenship.
Vision
The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District provides a safe learning environment and comprehensive student-centered learning opportunities that are relevant and challenging. In supportive partnership with all stakeholders, our district is committed to developing an academic foundation that emphasizes social-emotional learning, critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills.
Each student, as a life-long learner, is prepared to face the opportunities of the future with the skills needed to become a responsible citizen.
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Core Values
The Whitman Hanson School Community supports an inclusive environment that:
•makes all decisions in the best interest of students.
•is committed to providing a safe, secure, and healthy environment.
•sets high standards that provide an opportunity for each student to achieve personal success.
•model's responsible citizenship based on equity, diversity and inclusion.
•provides student-centered learning environments where successes and mistakes are valued as part of the learning process.
•supports the continual professional growth of staff.
•shares the responsibility for education with students, families and community.
•recognizes technology as an essential part of teaching and learning.
Special Education Teacher for ASD Program
Applicants are preferred to have experience teaching in a sub-separate program for students on the Autism Spectrum.
JOB GOALS:
To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District
To provide maximum learning opportunities for students in accordance with program objectives and each 'student's abilities, interests, and needs
To continuously develop his/her professional knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors in order to improve the educational opportunities of his/her students
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
INSTRUCTION
Instruct students in accordance with the District's philosophy of education, policies, and curriculum
Directs the teaching/ learning process toward the achievement of program goals, establishes specific objectives for all lessons, and communicates these objectives to students.
Is prepared to instruct students assigned and has written documentation (e.g., plan book) of preparation
Supports the learning needs of students in terms of their IEP goals and objectives on a continuous basis and seeks the assistance of District specialists as required
Employs a variety of instructional techniques, materials, instructional media, consistent with the needs, interests, and abilities of the students and the objectives of the course
Assess the progress of students in terms of course objectives on a continuous basis and provide progress reports as required
Provides instruction aligned with students' IEP in the areas of Transition Skills, Functional Academics, and Life Skills.
Sets a positive example for students and community by demonstrating respect and concern for students and an awareness of community values
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Manages and fully utilizes class time for instructional purposes
Establishes and maintains a classroom environment conducive to learning and teaching.
Assists the Administration in implementing policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Promotes appropriate student behavior and attends to misbehavior when it occurs in the teacher's presence whenever it is brought to a teacher's attention (e.g., hallway, cafeteria, washrooms, and grounds)
Takes reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment materials, and facilities
With the support of the school's BCBA, implement individualized behavior plans and collect the corresponding data.
ORGANIZATION
Conducts school-related activities in conformity with School Committee policies and administrative regulations
Cooperates with administrators and others in developing and supporting school activities and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors
Maintains accurate student records as required by law, School Committee policy and administrative regulations
Takes and records attendance accurately in classes and/or homeroom, notes excessive absenteeism to supervisory personnel and parents
Conducts routine assignments with accuracy, promptness and efficiency
Maintains an accurate inventory of materials and supplies used in carrying out assignments
Performs all other duties as required by the school administration.
PARENT/COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIPS
Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes
Establishes and maintains communication (oral and written) with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
Solicits appropriately the help of parent (5) as required in the education of their children.
Maintains good humor, enthusiasm, initiative, and integrity with students and parents and has a positive working relationship with them.
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
Assists in the development of curriculum and methods of course/ students evaluation in cooperation with department colleagues and the administration.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
Incorporates constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement in performance made by supervisors.
Continuously self evaluates professional effectiveness in areas of curriculum, classroom performance, and teacher-student, staff and community relationships in order to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
Keeps abreast of new developments in his/her instructional discipline(s) and successful educational practices and programs in order to improve the quality of the educational experiences of his/her students.
CPI or equivalent training
QUALIFICATIONS
Massachusetts Special Education Certification.
Demonstrates ability to instruct school students and to maintain purpose and order in the classroom and all other areas of the school.
Commitment to continuously improve professional competence
Demonstrates ability to design and deliver instruction to facilitate learning consistent with the philosophy, goals, curriculum and policies as established by the School Committee.
Salary Range is listed in the Unit A Teacher's Collective Bargaining Agreement at https://www.whrsd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=18535568&pageId=20051337
Welcome to ATX Learning
Whitman-Hanson Regional School District Mission Statement
Mission Statement
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District is committed to providing each student with a high quality education that promotes student success and responsible citizenship.
Vision
The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District provides a safe learning environment and comprehensive student-centered learning opportunities that are relevant and challenging. In supportive partnership with all stakeholders, our district is committed to developing an academic foundation that emphasizes social-emotional learning, critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills.
Each student, as a life-long learner, is prepared to face the opportunities of the future with the skills needed to become a responsible citizen.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Core Values
The Whitman Hanson School Community supports an inclusive environment that:
•makes all decisions in the best interest of students.
•is committed to providing a safe, secure, and healthy environment.
•sets high standards that provide an opportunity for each student to achieve personal success.
•model's responsible citizenship based on equity, diversity and inclusion.
•provides student-centered learning environments where successes and mistakes are valued as part of the learning process.
•supports the continual professional growth of staff.
•shares the responsibility for education with students, families and community.
•recognizes technology as an essential part of teaching and learning.
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