Centralized Special Education Teacher (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Educators hired into this role will provide direct services to students with IEPs in general education classrooms across various schools. These teachers will be deployed at the discretion of the Superintendent or their designee to schools experiencing an increased need. Boston Public Schools (BPS) is seeking a highly qualified and knowledgeable Special Education Teacher with an SEI Endorsement to join its community. This position offers a unique opportunity for teachers dedicated to providing exemplary services to enhance learning outcomes for students with disabilities. BPS is committed to high expectations for achievement, equitable access to instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap. The district fosters an environment that supports creativity, innovation, and respects the skills and abilities of its teachers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Master's Degree is preferred).
• Massachusetts Teaching License in the appropriate content area and Mild/Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.
• ESL License at the appropriate level or SEI Endorsement.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching (3-5) years in urban schools in a variety of settings.
• Licensed in Mild/Moderate Special Education.
• Fluency in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
• Core content teachers certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Responsibilities

• Serve as an itinerant special education teacher, assigned to one or more BPS schools during the school year based on system-wide needs identified by central administration.
• Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, and identify access points for student portfolio development.
• Provide specially designed instruction to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
• Provide small-group instruction to students diagnosed with moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
• Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
• Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required.
• Develop and implement curriculum, and collect and analyze student work in preparation for MCAS Alternative Assessment to assure progress and development.
• Collaborate as a team member within school buildings to support other staff members in responding to student needs for modification.
• Maintain clear communication with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and strategies for support.
• Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult living services where appropriate.

Benefits

• Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.
• Information on salary and compensation can be found at www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies").

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level