Special Education Teacher (K-4) - Connections

> Postings > Details SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER (K-4) - CONNECTIONS
Benjamin Phelps School
Agawam Public Schools
Agawam, Massachusetts
Job Details Job ID: 4252127 Application Deadline: May 19, 2023 Posted: May 9, 2023 Starting Date: September 1, 2023
Job Description Connections provides a predictable and structured routine that focuses on growth and learning and is designed to increase a child's coping, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills as well as their capacity to establish positive connections with peers and adults. The intentional structuring of this learning environment is designed to equip students for academic and behavioral/social success based on principles grounded in research. Strategies utilized within the program include room arrangement, structured, predictable daily schedules, appropriate and motivating curriculum and lessons, appropriate instructional pacing based on student need and grade level curriculum expectations, high rates of positive responses from staff, positive behavioral supports, home/school collaboration and communication, de-escalation techniques, planned ignoring techniques, assistive technology as appropriate, data collection and documentation, social skills instruction, problem-solving skills instruction, self-regulation instruction, individualized behavior intervention plans, and counseling as needed. The ultimate goal is that the students can learn to manage their behavior and be successful in the least restrictive environment.
Must be willing to work with students with social, emotional, & behavioral needs
Must have ability/experience working collaboratively with a variety of professionals
Must have ability/experience implementing individualized behavior intervention plans
Must have ability/experience with data collection
Must have familiarity with implementation of positive behavioral interventions & supports
Three letters of reference must be included. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Welcome to Benjamin Phelps School!
Benjamin Phelps is a neighborhood school for elementary students in grades K-4. The highly dedicated staff a Phelps School fosters the belief that all children build a positive attitude toward learning and themselves through their individual achievements, no matter what their ability level or differences. The staff works cooperatively to recognize and teach to varied learning styles and to utilize all available resources to help each student meet their maximum potential.
Agawam Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Job Requirements MA License - 1-6 Moderate Disabilities OR Early Childhood PreK-2: Students With and Without Disabilities Must submit 3 letters of reference.

No experience required

Bachelor degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions There are no application questions required for this job posting.
Contact Information Andy Villamaino, Principal
689 Main Street
Agawam, Massachusetts 01001
Phone: 413-821-0587
Fax: 413-786-0497
Email: avillamaino@agawamed.org