Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Everett High School - Special Education Inclusion Teacher

Description:
High School Special Education teachers are responsible for utilizing research-based
pedagogical strategies to teach and engage diverse groups of students in grades 9-12. High
School Special Education Teachers must work collaboratively with the EHS Special Education
Department and Department Head throughout the year to continually improve the experience
and performance of our students. Teachers should be well versed in providing
accommodations for students whose IEPs dictate inclusion services in several content area
settings. Teachers should also be well versed in Sheltered English Instruction (SEI) practices to
support English Learners on IEPs. Teachers must exercise culturally responsive practices to
promote equity and respect for all students. High School Special Education Teachers must
thoroughly understand and be able to support the evaluation and creation of IEP processes for
students in grades 9-12.

Requirements:
-Bachelor’s Degree in Education and/or Special Education
-Massachusetts Teaching Licensure – 5-12 Moderate Disabilities
-SEI Endorsement

Preferred Requirements:
-Master’s Degree in Education and/or Special Education
-3 or more years of high school teaching experience
-Dual Licensure in Content Area and/or English as a Second Language
-Experience working in an urban public schools setting
-Foreign Language Proficiency

Duties:
-Plan and facilitate lessons and accommodations for in person learning, remote instruction, and
any hybrid model applicable to the 20-21 school year that are aligned with State Standards.
-Plan for several models of inclusion including co-teaching, push-in support, and standalone
instruction
-Use all available technology and virtual curricula provided by the district to create engaging
lessons and supports that are linked with 21st Century skills and remote accessibility
-Manage classroom behavior with Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies that motivate
students and limit disruptions
-Utilize inclusive practices and SEI strategies for English Learners on IEPs
-Incorporate language activities into content instruction including Speaking, Reading and Writing
that align with State Standards for Language Proficiency
-Utilize available data to make instructional decisions that target the academic and linguistics
needs of students
-Collaborate and co-plan with grade level content teachers to provide the highest quality
instruction and support for Special Education Students

-Proctor assessments and provide accommodations when necessary for students in grades 9-
12 on exams including MCAS and ACCESS
-Communicate with student families on a regular basis using culturally responsive strategies
that promote two-way conversations
-Employ a strong growth mindset and participate in professional development that is relevant to
the challenges of urban education in order to close opportunity gaps
-Collaborate with guidance counselors to refer students who are in need of Social Emotional
support
-Collaborate with Special Education leadership and teacher colleagues to review IEPs and
ensure all accommodations are properly and consistently delivered
-Complete IEP reporting, progress reports and necessary paperwork as required by the
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for students receiving
Special Education services
-Help develop, revise, and track progress towards IEP goals for Special Education Students
throughout the year
-Plan for and participate in IEP meetings throughout the year for caseload students and families
-Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events which may be assigned by the Principal and
Assistant Principal.

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate  in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age,  criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion,  national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate  any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans  

individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.