Math Special Education Teacher - Grades 6-8

Alma del Mar Charter School•New Bedford, MA

1d•$50,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Alma del Mar is a K-8 charter school with the mission to prepare scholars for college and to foster service-minded leadership. As an Expeditionary Learning school, Alma provides a content-rich education within a demanding yet supportive environment, focusing on mastery of knowledge and skills, character development, and high-quality student work. Located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, Alma has a strong track record of academic success, outperforming district peers and being recognized for its work with English Language Learners.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or higher
Massachusetts DESE Licensure in Special Education.
A passion for working with kids and a belief that all kids can succeed
Humility, resilience, and a hunger to learn and grow
Strong team orientation
Infectious joy

Nice To Haves

At least one year of full time teaching experience preferred
Proven effectiveness leading students to significant academic gains (please include specific data related to your student's academic gains in your resume)
Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Spanish language proficiency is a plus

Responsibilities

Plan and teach highly effective interventions both within and outside the general education classroom.
Serve students with IEPs requiring math support.
Work closely with other teachers in your curriculum area and the academic support team to design instruction that furthers every scholar’s learning.
Develop high leverage relationships with Alma families.
Receive support in all aspects of work while retaining autonomy to do what's right for scholars.