16 jobs found in Amherst

Job Description The Amherst Pelham Regional School District is currently seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Science teacher at the Amherst Regional Middle School. The successful candidate will have working knowledge of the current Massachusetts Science & Technology/Engineering Curriculum Frameworks at the middle school level, experience with phenomena-based teaching and learning, and demonstrated success working in a collaborative educational setting. Bilingual, bicultural applicants are encouraged to apply. All candidates must hold current and valid MA DESE certification as an Academic: Teacher, Middle School Science, level 5-8.

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 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 Vela Scholars program is a year-round educational partnership between the 21st Century Collaborative for Educational Services, and Amherst Regional Middle School (ARMS). Designed to help students "rise and grow" to their full potential, the name Vela comes from the South African language Xhosa (English pronunciation: /'kousa/) and means to rise and grow. The Vela Scholars Summer Program is a free academic and enrichment program for rising 7th and 8th grade students. The program provides a great opportunity for students to bridge academic years, engage in new experiences, and build relationships with mentors and peers, while encouraging them to challenge themselves academically in a fun and exciting environment. For this reason, the experience of each Vela Scholar will vary as we strive to meet every youth, wherever they may be, and help all of them to grow as learners. The VELA Scholars Summer Program at Amherst Regional Middle School seeks energetic,...

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 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 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 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 The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) supports and implements behavior plans created by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies that honor the unique strengths and differences of every student. This position emphasizes neurodiversity, understanding that brain variations are natural and not deficits to be fixed. The RBT fosters skill development in communication, social interaction, and problem-solving for students in special education in a respectful, positive, and individualized way. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Promote safe and socially acceptable behaviors to support communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills development. Gradually reduce prompts to encourage independent and successful responses. Increase the occurrence of appropriate behaviors through positive reinforcement (desired items, attention, or removal of aversive stimuli). Collect and document behavior...

Job Description Summit Academy, the in-district public day school of the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District has an opening for a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Certified Special Education teacher. The teacher will be primarily responsible for teaching middle school students the academic curriculum however the schedule may at times include high school as well. Applicants must have their Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Special Education license for the grades 7-12. Summit Academy is a separate day school for students with IEPs. The school provides a small, therapeutic, and highly supervised learning environment to enable students to make effective progress towards their goals. Students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs are educated in a learning community that supports their needs in order to access the curriculum. Counseling services are integrated into the school experience on a routine basis....

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 Regional Public School District is seeking a full-time, qualified mild/moderate Special Education Teacher starting in the 2025-2026 school year. ARPS is seeking candidates who are dual certified in special Education and Mathematics; or who are special education certified and willing to obtain certification in Mathematics. Under the direction of the building administrators, Special Education Teachers develops and provides specially designed instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities, evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives using data, and functions as IEP Case Manager to assigned students. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Providing direct academic instruction to individual and small groups of students Modifying and adapting curriculum, planning and implementing curriculum/lessons Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and...

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-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...

Job Description Head Start Teacher Infant Toddler (Amherst) $5,000 Bonus Join our collaborative team providing relationship-based care and education to infants and toddlers. Excellent ratios. Minimum Infant Toddler CDA, or degree with EEC Infant Toddler Lead Teacher certification. Full time (37.5 hours a week); full year. Salary Range: $22.14-25.59/hour + bilingual differential, if applicable. Community Action offers a supportive work environment, training, professional development, and outstanding benefits. We offer: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending plans, vision insurance, long term disability insurance, sick, vacation, float time and 12.5 paid holidays. Community Action is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, including CORI, DCF, SORI, and fingerprint-based national CORI, NCOR, and out of state checks if...