11 administrative jobs found in Amherst

Job Description The Amherst Public School District is currently seeking candidates for a full year Special Education Preschool Administrator to provide leadership for our integrated early childhood program servicing up to 100 three to five year old students with and without disabilities. This is an administrative position in the Amherst Pelham Administrators Association unit. Qualified candidates will possess the following experiences, training, and skills that are consistent with the overall position responsibilities but not limited to them. Experience with teaching or servicing preschool students with and without disabilities In depth understanding of the early childhood typical development, disabilities, and preschool curriculum frameworks Comprehensive understanding of the special education eligibility process and Massachusetts Special Education Regulations including those applicable to transitioning children from early intervention services to the public...

Job Description The Amherst Public Schools District is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Special Education Team Leader (ETL) for the Amethyst Brook Elementary School for 2026-2027. Qualified candidates will possess the following experiences, training, and skills that are consistent with the overall position responsibilities but not limited to them. Effective facilitate and chair IEP meetings (Initial, Annual, Re-Evaluation, Reconvene) Work in collaboration with and support the special education administrative assistant around scheduling meetings that meet or exceed district, state and federal time lines Complete mandatory documentation paperwork before, during and after IEP meetings Oversee school based compliance with local, state and federal regulation and practices under the direction and supervision of building administration Support staff in the development of Individualized Educational Plans Engage and partner with caregivers...

Job Description Grants Management Oversee and manage all federal, state, and local grant funds in coordination with the Director of Finance (DOF). Facilitate grant application process with district leadership and DOF; ensure timely submission and budget entry for application. Upon grant award, create munis account codes and upload grant budgets. Maintain internal grant tracking sheets and request monthly reimbursements. Invoice for local grants on monthly grants providing all backup documentation. Follow up with grant administrators to monitor grant budget balances, ensure full spending by year-end or initiate grant refunds. Ensure grant spending aligns with narratives and complies with federal/state regulations. Complete grant amendments as needed. Complete time and effort documentation Complete MTRS/Hampshire County payments for all federal grants. Review grant balance sheet accounts monthly. Complete Final Financial Reports for all...

Job Description Under the direction and guidance of the Director of Student Services and in collaboration with the building administrators, the Special Education Administrator will support and supervise special education intensive needs programs from kindergarten through age 21 for the Amherst and Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools. ARPS specialized intensive needs programs are for students who present with highly complicated learning profiles and educational needs that require a significant degree of program coordination and service. Students in these programs may have one or more disabilities in any of the following areas: Autism, Communication Impairment, Developmental Delay, Health Impairment, Intellectual Impairment, Neurological Impairment, Physical Impairment, Sensory Impairment, and / or Specific Learning Disabilities. These programs (Intensive Learning Center K-6; Essential Skills Program 7th & 8th; Pathways to Independence / Connections 9th through age 21)...

Job Description The Amherst Regional School Districts are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a combined full time 1.0 position of a School Psychologist beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Qualified candidates will have expertise in conducting evaluations to determine eligibility for special education and working as part of the team to develop IEPs. This position works closely with a team of personnel including caregivers, special and general education teachers, counselors, and related service personnel to help support students with diverse learning profiles to access their education and make progress towards meeting their individual goals. Strong skills in collaboration, oral and written communication, and interpersonal interactions are necessary for this position and working as a member of a team to support student success. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Conduct initial and triennial evaluations to determine special education...

Job Description The Amherst Public School District is seeking a full -time highly qualified special education teacher for our inclusive elementary Intensive Learning Center (ILC) Program which provides specialized programming and services to students with significant disabilities that require intensive programming and oversight throughout the school day. Students served in the program may have one or more disabilities in areas such as autism, cerebral palsy, cognitive impairment, and/or health impairments. The position includes providing direct instruction to students, typically ranging in grades K through 6, in academic areas such as language arts and mathematics, adaptive living skills, social skills training and self-regulation strategies, modifying and adapting curriculum, and developing, implementing and monitoring social and positive behavioral supports. This position also includes working closely with general education teachers to plan and support meaningful inclusion...

Job Description The Amherst Regional Public Schools is seeking a full time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to design, implement, and oversee behavior intervention programs tailored to secondary students (grades 7-12). This role involves conducting assessments, developing and executing behavior intervention plans, and collaborating with educators, families, and support staff to foster a positive school environment. This is a full time position, in the Unit A Professional Collective Bargaining Agreement. The position includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities: Provide consultation for students both in specialized programs and outside specialized programs. Provide consultation to teachers, related service providers, para-educators, administration and families as needed. Serve as the point person for teams and administrators seeking assistance in developing strategies and interventions to support progress of identified students. Work...

Job Description The Amherst Pelham Regional School District is seeking a full -time highly qualified special education teacher for our inclusive Middle School Essential Skills Program (ESP) which provides specialized programming and services to a neurodiverse group of students that require intensive programming and oversight throughout the school day. Students served in the program may have one or more disabilities in areas such as autism, cerebral palsy, cognitive impairment, and/or health impairments. The position includes providing direct instruction to students, ranging in grades 6, 7 and 8, in core academic areas, adaptive living skills, social skills training and self-regulation strategies, modifying and adapting curriculum, and developing, implementing and monitoring social and positive behavioral supports. Highly qualified candidates possess the following: Experience teaching students with autism, cognitive impairments, health impairments, and other neurodiverse...

Job Description The Amherst Regional Public School District is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Reading Specialist at the Amherst Regional Middle School. The Reading Specialist will provide targeted Tier II literacy instruction and intervention to identified students in seventh and eighth grade in individual and/or small groups for a portion of the school day. The Reading Specialist will also work closely and collaboratively with the English department to identify and provide intervention and inclusion based support to students during some English classes. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Coordinate Tier II reading intervention services to middle school students Provide explicit reading intervention service using evidence-based programs Conduct benchmark assessments at least three times per year Collect and manage data collection, analysis and sharing of student literacy data to assess student growth, inform...

Job Description The Amherst Public School District is seeking a full -time highly qualified special education teacher for our inclusive elementary Intensive Learning Center (ILC) Program which provides specialized programming and services to students with significant disabilities that require intensive programming and oversight throughout the school day. Students served in the program may have one or more disabilities in areas such as autism, cerebral palsy, cognitive impairment, and/or health impairments. The position includes providing direct instruction to students, typically ranging in grades K through 6, in academic areas such as language arts and mathematics, adaptive living skills, social skills training and self-regulation strategies, modifying and adapting curriculum, and developing, implementing and monitoring social and positive behavioral supports. This position also includes working closely with general education teachers to plan and support meaningful inclusion...

Job Description The Amherst-Pelham Regional School District is currently seeking highly qualified candidates for the full time position of Special Education Team Leader (ETL) for the Amherst Regional High School. The ETL will chair both IEP and 504 meetings. Responsibilities Serve as chairperson of IEP & 504 Team meetings Complete mandatory documentation paperwork from Team meeting Development/writing/review of Individualized Educational Plans & 504s Regular communication and collaboration with staff /administration involved in the Team process Collaborate with the special education liaisons and families to develop consents for special education evaluations based on the individual case Collaborate with general education teachers and guidance counselors to develop consents for 504 evaluations Collaborate with personnel in the middle school to help develop projections and plans for students Knowledge and experience with transition planning Engage and partner with...