Middle School Special Education Teacher (Long Term Substitute)

Position Overview:

Frontier Regional School is seeking a qualified and dedicated Long-Term Substitute Special Education Teacher to serve middle school students with a range of learning, emotional, behavioral, and physical disabilities. This role will involve delivering specialized instruction, supporting IEP implementation, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure continuity of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized instruction and academic support based on students' Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Implement lesson plans, accommodations, and modifications to meet individual student needs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff to ensure inclusive and appropriate learning opportunities.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate documentation during the assignment period.
• Communicate professionally with families, team members, and administrators as needed.
• Participate in team meetings, IEP meetings, and staff meetings as required.
• Maintain a structured, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Ensure compliance with special education procedures and timelines in collaboration with the Student Services team.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or a related field
• Valid state teaching license or certification in Special Education (or be eligible for a waiver or emergency certification, if applicable)
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience working with students with disabilities

Preferred:

• Prior experience at the middle school level
• Familiarity with IEPs, behavior intervention plans, and co-teaching models
• Ability to step into an existing classroom structure and maintain continuity of instruction and support

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Frontier Regional School is located in the heart of the Pioneer Valley, not far from the renowned Five Colleges; University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, Amherst College, and Hampshire College. The school serves 630 students in grades 7 -12 and is the public high school for the towns of Conway, Deerfield, Sunderland, and Whately.

Frontier students are enrolled in a wide range of academic programs including AP courses which are offered in all of the core content areas, a college preparation program of studies, and a number of specialized programs and support services. In addition, students have the opportunity to participate in school day and extra-curricular activities in athletics, visual and performing arts, technology, and numerous clubs.

Frontier Regional School is committed to increasing equity and opportunity so that our students experience a learning environment that reflects and expands the diversity of the community in which we live. Experience and commitment to working in a racially and culturally diverse teaching and learning community.

Frontier Regional and School Union #38 insures Equal Employment/Education Opportunities/Affirmative Action Regardless of Race, Color, Creed, National Origin or Sex, in Compliance with Title IX, or Handicap in Compliance with Section 504.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $96,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person