Position: Long-Term Substitute Special Education (Grade 5) Elementary Teacher 

Location: J R Lowell Elementary School

Reports to: Principal

Affiliation: Watertown Educators Association, Unit A
Salary range: As determined Unit A Contract

THIS IS A LONG TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on January 21, 2025 and end on April 28, 2025.

The Lowell School seeks an exceptional Special Education Long term sub-teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter.  The Lowell School is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.  

Responsibilities 

• Implementation of instructional support and strategies based on student learning goals and individualized educational plans
• Create a developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment that establishes positive student behavioral expectations conducive to all learners' needs through structured routines, and positive behavioral interventions.
• Collaboration with grade-level teams to ensure the successful inclusion of students in the general education classroom
• Establish classroom structure that values relationships between child to child, child to curriculum, teacher to child, teacher to families and communities, and classrooms to schools through the intentional implementation of appropriate curriculum.

Qualifications - Required

• Education: Hold a bachelor's degree.
• Have at least two years of teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults
• Pass a CORI/SORI criminal background check.

Qualifications-Preferred

• Master’s Degree in Elementary Education or Education.
• Dual certification in Moderate Disabilities and Pre-K-8
• Familiarity with the knowledge of MTSS framework and progress monitoring
• Knowledge of the following curricular components is also highly recommended:  Eureka Math 2, Wilson Fundations, i-Ready Diagnostic, and Responsive Classroom. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Watertown 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 identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.