Lead Special Education Teacher Job at Crossroads School
Hiring: Lead Special Education TeacherFull Time: $63,921-$70,629Hours: 7:30 am- 3 pm 37.5 hour-workweekAbout Crossroads: Crossroads Continuum is a mission-driven organization, dedicated to enhancing the lives of those with autism. We are invested in the incredible staff that make our work possible. We are passionate about developing and maintaining an inclusive, equitable and accessible working and learning environment for all of the individuals we serve, their families, our staff, and our community. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee meets monthly to guide our work and keep us moving forward.
We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us. We hope you will consider joining our organization and bringing your experience and expertise to our work.Crossroads Continuum was originally established in 2002 as Crossroads School, providing individualized, comprehensive education and related services and has since grown as a multi-service organization working with individuals of all ages and their families in their homes, communities, and other settings.Summary: The Lead Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and assisting the EBSC with the development of Behavior Management Guidelines (BMGs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) designed to meet students individual needs across skill areas. The Lead Special Education Teacher is also responsible for supervising ABA Teachers (ABATs), ensuring that student progress is evaluated systematically, and that the findings are used to make students programs more effective. The Lead Special Education Teacher serves as the primary liaison for communication with parents/legal guardians.Responsibilities: Ensures the supervision and safety of the students.Maintains CALM certification and uses CALM techniques to maintain safety.Demonstrates competency on foundational ABA concepts/skills contained in the 90-Day Checklist.Maintains teaching credentials.Completes high-quality work with minimal errors.Actively recognizes the accomplishments and contributions of others.Accepts performance feedback gracefully.Plans quarterly field trips and weekly community outings.Updates necessary documentation (e.g., Salesforce) per protocol.Assists students with Activities of Daily Living including showering and toileting.Participates in swimming activities.Ensures all students have items needed throughout the school day (e.g., meals for free/reduced lunch, toothbrush, water bottle, AAC device, edible reinforcers, extra clothes).Can lift half of their own body weight.Drives students and staff in school vehicles to community locations as needed.Ensures that the classroom participates in zones during arrival and dismissal.Adheres to the Crossroads Employee Handbook.Performs other duties as requested by supervisor(s).Develops staffing and classroom schedules to ensure proper implementation of IEPs.Ensures schedules are posted and followed by ABATs, including what programs are taught to each student during each time period.Takes a leadership role at all times (e.g., in the classroom, during school events, on community outings)Reads and initials home notes for each student every morning after arrival.Assists EBSC in the development of transition plans.Ensures staff implement clinical and educational programming with a high level of fidelity.Conducts annual performance evaluations for ABATs.Ensures ABATs meet required deadlines.Maintains a well-organized classroom and ensures the professional presentation of student notebooks, supplies, and materials.Documents performance feedback as necessary.RequirementsMasters in Education, Behavior Analysis, or related field, preferred.
Current Massachusetts teaching certification. 3-5 years teaching experience in the field of autism or education, preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines. Mastery of computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Caring, compassionate, hard-working, and punctual. Interest in building a career in nonprofit service for individuals with developmental disabilities.
The ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene when protective holds and/or movements are necessary. The ability to pursue a bolting student. The ability to successfully complete CALM training, which requires: Lifting half of body weight Pivoting SquattingKneelingi. Remaining in kneeling position for an extended timeii.
Standing from kneeling while supporting student weight without pushing off ground with hands Shuffling frontwards and backwards Assisting a student to the floor (Only used in the school)BenefitsHarvard Pilgrim Health Care Plan No Deductible!Delta DentalVSP Vision PlanPaid Time Off (4.6 Vacation weeks, 9 Sick days, 4 Personal Days & 12 Holidays)Short-term disability, Long-Term disability and Life Insurance Fully paid by CrossroadsEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement
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We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to different ways of understanding and engaging the world around us. We hope you will consider joining our organization and bringing your experience and expertise to our work.Crossroads Continuum was originally established in 2002 as Crossroads School, providing individualized, comprehensive education and related services and has since grown as a multi-service organization working with individuals of all ages and their families in their homes, communities, and other settings.Summary: The Lead Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and assisting the EBSC with the development of Behavior Management Guidelines (BMGs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) designed to meet students individual needs across skill areas. The Lead Special Education Teacher is also responsible for supervising ABA Teachers (ABATs), ensuring that student progress is evaluated systematically, and that the findings are used to make students programs more effective. The Lead Special Education Teacher serves as the primary liaison for communication with parents/legal guardians.Responsibilities: Ensures the supervision and safety of the students.Maintains CALM certification and uses CALM techniques to maintain safety.Demonstrates competency on foundational ABA concepts/skills contained in the 90-Day Checklist.Maintains teaching credentials.Completes high-quality work with minimal errors.Actively recognizes the accomplishments and contributions of others.Accepts performance feedback gracefully.Plans quarterly field trips and weekly community outings.Updates necessary documentation (e.g., Salesforce) per protocol.Assists students with Activities of Daily Living including showering and toileting.Participates in swimming activities.Ensures all students have items needed throughout the school day (e.g., meals for free/reduced lunch, toothbrush, water bottle, AAC device, edible reinforcers, extra clothes).Can lift half of their own body weight.Drives students and staff in school vehicles to community locations as needed.Ensures that the classroom participates in zones during arrival and dismissal.Adheres to the Crossroads Employee Handbook.Performs other duties as requested by supervisor(s).Develops staffing and classroom schedules to ensure proper implementation of IEPs.Ensures schedules are posted and followed by ABATs, including what programs are taught to each student during each time period.Takes a leadership role at all times (e.g., in the classroom, during school events, on community outings)Reads and initials home notes for each student every morning after arrival.Assists EBSC in the development of transition plans.Ensures staff implement clinical and educational programming with a high level of fidelity.Conducts annual performance evaluations for ABATs.Ensures ABATs meet required deadlines.Maintains a well-organized classroom and ensures the professional presentation of student notebooks, supplies, and materials.Documents performance feedback as necessary.RequirementsMasters in Education, Behavior Analysis, or related field, preferred.
Current Massachusetts teaching certification. 3-5 years teaching experience in the field of autism or education, preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines. Mastery of computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Caring, compassionate, hard-working, and punctual. Interest in building a career in nonprofit service for individuals with developmental disabilities.
The ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene when protective holds and/or movements are necessary. The ability to pursue a bolting student. The ability to successfully complete CALM training, which requires: Lifting half of body weight Pivoting SquattingKneelingi. Remaining in kneeling position for an extended timeii.
Standing from kneeling while supporting student weight without pushing off ground with hands Shuffling frontwards and backwards Assisting a student to the floor (Only used in the school)BenefitsHarvard Pilgrim Health Care Plan No Deductible!Delta DentalVSP Vision PlanPaid Time Off (4.6 Vacation weeks, 9 Sick days, 4 Personal Days & 12 Holidays)Short-term disability, Long-Term disability and Life Insurance Fully paid by CrossroadsEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement
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