Special Education Teacher

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a school in Foxborough, MA who is currently seeking a Special Education Teacher to work with students on a contractual basis.

Details of the Position Include

Location: Foxborough, MA

Duration: June 2024

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Mon.-Fri. 6.5 hours/day

Requirements: MA Severe DESE License

Pay Rate: Up to $55/hour, based on experience

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding this position. Thank you!

Dana Worthen (She/Her) / Healthcare Recruiter

Amergis Healthcare Staffing Services

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110 2nd Avenue , Needham, MA 02494

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares student education plans in consultation with parents and department team members

• Supports learning for students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities.

• Designs instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum

• Assists parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop educational plans designed to promote students' educational, physical, and social development

• Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities

• Serves as the coordinator of individualize education program (IEP) implementation with general education staff

• Monitors student progress, participates in review and revision of student's IEP, as appropriate

• Maintains accurate student records

• Mentors and supports teaching assistants who provide support to students with disabilities

• Supports students in preparation for grade transitions and preparing for life skills

• Assess students' skills and educational needs and tracks student's performance

• Discusses students' progress with their other teachers

• Communicates to maintain positive relationships with students and their parents

• Follows School District policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university preferred

• Valid state teaching certificate as required by state, contract/district regulations

• Minimum of one year experience in teaching environment preferred

• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Elementary Teaching preferred

• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Secondary Teaching preferred

• State Teacher Certification; Type: Standard Special Teaching preferred

• Endorsement: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) preferred

• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

• Current CPR if applicable

• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.