High School Special Education Teacher (SY25-26)

Salem Academy Charter School•Salem, MA

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About The Position

Salem Academy Charter School (SACS) is a nationally ranked urban charter school located north of Boston, MA, serving nearly 500 students in grades 6-12. Since 2004, SACS has been committed to educating the diverse population of Salem through an integration of rigorous college preparatory academics and community service. Our mission is to graduate informed, articulate, and proactive individuals of strong character. At SACS, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive school community. We aim to build a faculty and staff that reflects the rich diversity of our student body, creating an environment where perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our work and educational practices. We value a school culture rooted in mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, excellence, collaboration, and human kindness, particularly in supporting age-appropriate adolescent development. As a Special Education Teacher at SACS, you will play a critical role in supporting student success. You will collaborate with colleagues, families, and administrators to ensure that all students with disabilities receive the services and support necessary to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

Have at least 1-3 years of experience teaching Special Education and a strong understanding of culturally responsive education.
Be deeply committed to student outcomes, with the ability to create student-centered learning environments that respond proactively and reactively to students' academic and social-emotional needs.
Be values-aligned, sharing SACS's commitment to community, equity, and high expectations.
Have experience fostering effective inclusion practices and building positive classroom and school culture.
Bachelor's degree (required).
Demonstrated subject matter competence through at least one year of teaching experience.
Massachusetts Teacher Certification in Special Education or successful completion of relevant MTELs (required).
Experience designing and implementing IEPs, including measurable goals and accommodations.
Skills in collecting and analyzing data to drive instructional decisions.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with families, students, and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Multilingual, including Spanish.
Master's, PhD, or EdD in a related field.
Experience designing and implementing a culturally responsive curriculum.
Life experiences are similar to those of SACS students.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction in small-group settings.
Provide individualized and inclusive support across core content areas in an inclusion setting using a push-in model.
Collaborate with grade-level teams to modify lessons, assignments, and assessments to meet student needs.
Support, plan and/or co-lead Service-Learning projects
Co-teach Social-Emotional learning curriculum for the Lower School once a week
Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) that include measurable, data-driven goals aligned with student needs.
Collect and analyze data to monitor progress toward IEP goals and benchmarks.
Write quantitative progress reports at the end of each progress reporting period.
Design and implement student-driven Transition Planning Forms (TPFs) for students aged 13 and older.
Implement common academic and behavioral procedures to ensure a structure, respectful, and achievement-oriented environment conducive to student outcomes
Input academic and behavioral data on the school data management system
Analyze student data and monitor student progress through standards-based assessments
If qualified, conduct academic testing, write comprehensive evaluation reports, and present findings at IEP eligibility meetings.
Facilitate ongoing communication with families to provide updates on student progress and address concerns.
Attend IEP meetings and help ensure parent input and collaboration in developing plans for student growth.
Participate in Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences.
Consult and collaborate with general education teachers, guiding IEP implementation and accommodations.
Share best practices for teaching diverse learners with colleagues to ensure inclusive classroom practices.
Actively participate in weekly professional development sessions and grade-level meetings.
Facilitate IEP meetings, including annual reviews and progress updates, in partnership with the Team Chairs and the Managing Director of Student Services.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with school leadership regarding student needs and team progress.
Provide guidance, support, and direction to paraprofessionals working with special education students and special education liaisons (if you possess a license).