About this role
LEOMINSTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
LINCOLN SCHOOl
Job Type: Full-Time
Special Education Preschool Teacher
Position Summary
LPS is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Education Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team. This position includes teaching one morning session of substantially separate and one inclusive session of preschool.
The ideal candidate will hold a valid Massachusetts DESE issued Moderate or Severe Disabilities License (PreK–2) issued by the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and have experience working with young children with diverse learning needs.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement individualized educational programs (IEPs) in accordance with students' developmental and academic needs.
- Teach one half-day session dedicated to preschool students in a substantially separate special education environment.
- Teach one half-day session dedicated to preschool students in an inclusive setting
- Collaborate with support staff, specialists and families to support student development and inclusion.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.
- Conduct ongoing assessments and progress monitoring to inform instruction and IEP development.
- Participate in team meetings, IEP meetings, and professional development as required.
Qualifications
- Required: Valid Massachusetts teaching license in Moderate or Severe Disabilities, Pre-K–2.
- Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field
- Demonstrated experience working with preschool-aged children with disabilities.
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development and best practices in special education.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to inclusive education and differentiated instruction.
Salary commensurate with related experience.
Please submit resume, transcripts, DESE licensure and references.