Teacher - Special Education Intermediate STEP - Quinsigamond Elementary School 2025-26

Job Description

SUBJECT : SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER – STRUCTURED THERAPEUTIC EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM (STEP)

REPORTS TO : Building Principal

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE :

This teaching position is accountable for providing services to students with emotional or multiple disabilities and assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instruction through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards, the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools and in compliance with state and federal Special Education regulations.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES : (to be included along with other responsibilities)

1. Responsible for serving as a member of the Special Education Team in writing educational plans and progress reports on SAGE-IEP, and completing assessments within the required timelines.

2. Responsible for following the student IEP and ensuring compliance with state and federal SPED regulations including the delivery of high quality services, the provision of accommodations / modifications for instruction and assessment and the implementation of BIPs.

3. Responsible for remaining up to date with curriculum content and for modifying the curriculum and instruction for students with disabilities as identified on their IEPs.

4. Responsible for implementing high quality teaching and learning in the Structured Therapeutic Education Program classes using appropriate differentiated instructional techniques.

5. Responsible for communicating and collaborating with regular education teachers, special education teachers, clinicians, school adjustment counselors, and other personnel in the educational programming for students with disabilities.

6. Responsible for understanding the state required guidelines around standardized testing and for providing appropriate accommodations as identified on student IEPs during the administration of these tests.

7. Responsible for assessing student knowledge using formal and informal means to develop measurable IEP goals and to support student learning.

8. Responsible for creating and coordinating a schedule of services for students to ensure all IEP requirements are met.

9. Responsible for guiding and supervising paraprofessionals in the instruction / support of students with disabilities.

10. Responsible for implementing appropriate assistive technologies to support and enhance the students’ communication and

learning.

11. Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning in the least restrictive environment.

12. Responsible for the implementation of a class-room wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support System. (Behavior

Management System)

13. Responsible for developing and sustaining a class room management plan, including policies and procedures

14. Responsible to work collaboratively with professional support staff in the development and implementation of student Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans

15.Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.

16.Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Appropriate Special Education Secondary licensure

2. Bachelor of Arts in Special Education

3. SEI Endorsement

4. CPI / CPR training

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Advanced educational preparation

2. Bilingual skills

3. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs

4. Ability to speak Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Vietnamese, Albanian, or an African language.

5. Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition

6. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs

WORK YEAR : 185 days

SALARY : Appropriate step on Teachers’ salary schedule

TO APPLY : Any person interested in this position must submit a resume, cover letter, licensure, and answer all questions on-line at https : / / worcesterschools.org / about / employment-opportunities

This deadline does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.

Position Type : Full-time

Salary : $61,410 to $113,833 Per Year

Job Categories : Special Education >

Autism

Special Education >

Emotionally Disabled

Special Education >

Mentally Disabled

Special Education >

Mild / Moderate Disabilities

Special Education >

Multiple Disabilities

Welcome to Quinsigamond Elementary School

Our Focus Statement All students at Quinsigamond School will show measurable growth in their ability to read, comprehend and utilize knowledge gained from reading across all curricula areas. A consistent set of research based strategies including Guided Reading, Think Aloud, Reciprocal Teaching and Fluency will be utilized. Formative and summative assessments including DIBELS, MAP, MCAS, MEPA and GRADE will be analyzed to monitor students’ ongoing progress. View School Improvement Plan for more details about our school.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508-799-3020.

Job Requirements

• To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated. Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please ensure that your SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated as this will be used to determine your Degree and Step placement on the Teachers salary schedule.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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