The teacher is the district's primary agent for instruction with responsibility for presenting the prescribed curriculum effectively and employing a diagnostic/prescriptive approach to identification and subsequent adaptation to the needs and interests of the students.

The duties commonly associated with the position include but are not limited to:

- maintaining up-to-date knowledge of curriculum content

- planning and assessment of instruction and curriculum

- maintaining classroom management

- planning and delivering effective instruction

- promoting high standards and expectations for student achievement

- communicating with students, parents, and other district employees to work on behalf of students

- promoting equity and appreciation of diversity

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.

MA DESE Teaching Certification Moderate Disabilities PreK-8

Experience teaching students with emotional disabilities

Ability to supervise and direct paraprofessional staff; ability to work with a team of related service providers; willing to be trained in de-escalation and restraint techniques provided by the district.