LEARNING SPECIALIST/SPECIAL EDUCATOR

We are seeking a skilled professional to join a middle school team as a learning specialist to support the learning of all students. The position is part-time (0.70 FTE). We are offering a temporary contract for the 2019-20 school year.

The position shall involve consultation to a vertical and grade level team, and evaluating and developing intervention programs with a focus on literacy, math and behavior. Responsibilities include case management of student plans including EST, 504, and IEP.

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:
- Valid VT Educator license with a Special Educator (3-82) or Consulting Teacher (3-85) endorsement
- Strong math, literacy, and/or behavior background
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a teaching team and as a team of learning specialists
- Successful co-teaching experience desirable
- Demonstrated commitment to the belief that all children can learn and succeed in school
-Possess knowledge and skill in implementing standards based curricula, differentiated instruction and formative assessment in a collaborative environment.
-Candidates with knowledge of MTSS and experience working in schools that have implemented this systems approach desirable

For a list of additional qualifications and duties, please Click Here for a copy of the job description.

Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com.

Position Type: Part-time
Positions Available: 1
Welcome to Westford Elementary School!
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Job Requirements EWSD conducts thorough screenings of all applicants being recommended for hire, which may include contacting references not listed on your schoolspring application. Selected individuals shall also be subject to a criminal records background checks, and child and adult abuse registry checks. Any offer of employment shall be contingent upon acceptable results of these checks at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or his/her designee. Click Here for additional background check information.

No experience required

Master degree preferred

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page. 1. Describe your philosophy of inclusion and how you would apply those beliefs through consultation on a team in order to support all students while continuing to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
2. Describe how you integrate the research based best educational practices and data collection to monitor student progress and adjust your instruction.How does this work align with an MTSS school and District approach?
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
Contact Information Marcie Lewis, Principal
146 Brookside Road
Westford, Vermont 05494
Phone: 802-857-7813
Fax: 802-879-0874
Email: mlewis@ewsd.org