The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

 

Special Education Learning Specialist

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

 

Arlington, Ma 02476

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:                          SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER/LEARNING SPECIALIST

 

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Master's Degree in Special Education Preferred

Two or more years successful teaching experience in Special Education

Massachusetts Certification in Special Education (Moderate/Severe)

 

 

REPORTS TO:          Special Education Coordinator & Building Principal

 

 

JOB GOAL:

 

Responsible for planning instruction and/or curricula adaptations for included special needs students which allow students to meet high standards and success in typical settings.

 

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

 

 

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  183 Days

REPORTS TO:  Special Education Coordinator and Building Principal 



Arlington has a well established new teacher induction program with mentoring throughout the school year.

  

Salary and Benefits are consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Arlington School Committee and the Arlington Education Association.  

 

The Salary Schedule is on our website.  Salary placement is based on Education and Experience. 

 

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.