Special Education Teacher, Severe Special Needs

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher, Severe Special Needs role is onsite in Leominster, MA, in a specialized classroom at McCaul School. Salary is $55,500–$108,000 per year. CAPS Collaborative partners with districts to provide educational programs and services and support students’ transition to the least restrictive environment in their home districts. The role exists to develop and deliver individualized educational programs that support students’ academic, social, emotional, and health needs. The teacher assesses student needs, develops and implements IEPs, tracks progress, coordinates with families and service providers, and guides paraprofessionals in student programs.

What you'll do

• Assess and observe students to identify educational needs
• develop lesson plans and individualized education programs
• teach lessons for individuals and small groups
• track and report progress toward IEP goals
• implement intervention strategies and behavior plans
• ensure compliance with IDEA and applicable guidelines
• attend IEP meetings
• maintain required documentation
• collaborate with students, staff, parents, and team members
• train paraprofessionals in student programs and accommodations
• assist students with daily living activities and therapy carryover.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

severe special needs

leominster ma

mccaul school

caps collaborative

individualized education programs

ieps

idea

behavior intervention

embedded therapy model

$55,500–$108,000 per year

severe/profound certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Specialized classroom with a staff-to-student ratio ranging from 6:8 to 8:8 and an embedded therapy model; severe/profound certification required.

About the employer

CAPS Collaborative is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.