Teacher - Dual Language [Spanish] Moderate Disabilities, Gr.7-12 (Bilingual Education Endorsement Required) (SY26-27) (Repost)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Dual Language [Spanish]/Moderate Disabilities Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join their community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This position is located in a dual language school, requiring candidates to be bilingual and bi-literate in Spanish. The role involves implementing district learning goals, providing small-group instruction to students with moderate to severe cognitive delays, writing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and collaborating with staff to support student needs. BPS is described as a supportive environment that encourages creativity and innovation.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor's degree.
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.
Hold a Bilingual Education Endorsement. (A valid Transitional Bilingual Education license or Transitional Bilingual Learning endorsement issued by the Department shall be deemed the equivalent.)
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the BPS Standards of Effective Practice.
Current authorization to work in the United States.
Bilingual and bi-literate in Spanish.

Nice To Haves

An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred.
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Degree in Special Education.
Dual certification in ESL.
Fluency in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Responsibilities

Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, having familiarity in identifying access points for student portfolio development.
Provide small-group instruction to students diagnosed with from 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.
If needed, 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 the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.
Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult living services where appropriate.