Middle School Special Education Teacher (SY25-26)

Salem Academy Charter School•Salem, MA

44d•Onsite

About The Position

Salem Academy Charter School (SACS) is a nationally ranked urban charter school north of Boston, MA offering a rigorous college preparatory program to nearly 500 students in grades 6-12. For 17 years, SACS has been committed to serving the diverse population of Salem. Through a unique integration of rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community, Salem Academy graduates informed, articulate and proactive individuals of strong character. Salem Academy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We seek to support a faculty and staff that reflects the rich diversity of our student body, creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our way of working and educating students. Salem Academy values a school culture that celebrates learning, and we believe that the adult culture in the school is the foundation of the school's success. The culture is based on mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, a commitment to excellence, a collaborative spirit, and a sense of human kindness particularly as it relates to age-appropriate adolescent development. The ideal candidate has experience with standards-based grading and is committed to raising student achievement through an integration of rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community. Learning Specialists (Special Educators) at SACS will be responsible for the following in addition to other duties as assigned by their manager:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Demonstrated subject matter competence (at least 1 year)
Experience teaching secondary special education
Possession of Massachusetts Teacher Certification or successful completion of relevant MTELs.
Background clearance
You are a skilled educator. You have at least 1-3 years of experience teaching special education and understand the importance of culturally responsive education. You are committed to standards based teaching and learning.
You are unapologetically focused on student outcomes. You work to build student-centered learning environments. You respond reactively and proactively to the academic and social-emotional needs of students in their classrooms. You have a proven track record of achieving academic success with a diverse student body.
You are values aligned. You are passionate about Salem Academy Charter School's mission and vision.
You bring people together and build community. You recognize the assets and community cultural wealth of all students, families, and staff. You have experience fostering effective inclusion practices and a safe, positive, and respectful class and school culture. You are caring, committed, and collaborative with colleagues and families.

Nice To Haves

Are multilingual including in Spanish and English
Have designed and successfully implemented culturally responsive curriculum
Have similar life experiences as our students
Have a Master's, PhD or EdD degree

Responsibilities

Plan and execute differentiated, standards aligned instruction during Special Education Learning Center
Provide student support across a variety of core content areas using a push-in inclusion model
Support, plan and/or co-lead Service-Learning projects
Co-teach Social-Emotional Learning curriculum once per week
Develop and write Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Implement common academic and behavioral procedures to ensure a structured, 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
Participate in Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences three times per year
Communicate regularly with families about academic and social progress
Co-host IEP meetings
Build and maintain strong school culture centered on student achievement
Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the success of the school mission
Consult with and advise general education teachers and other staff on student needs and IEP implementation
Participate in weekly professional development sessions
Participate in weekly grade level team meetings