Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion Gr. K1 (SEI Endorsement Required) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Public Schools seeks an Early Childhood and Special Education Teacher with an SEI endorsement to teach early childhood general curriculum in an inclusive setting serving students with special needs and English language learners. The role supports the district’s goals of high expectations, equitable access to instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing achievement gaps. Teachers are expected to contribute creativity and innovation in a supportive school environment. The teacher implements district learning goals aligned with state frameworks, provides small-group instruction for students with moderate to severe cognitive delays, and develops and implements instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The role includes providing accommodations, monitoring and reporting student progress, and, when needed, preparing curriculum and student work for the MCAS Alternative Assessment. The teacher also collaborates with school staff to address student needs and support instructional modifications. BPS teachers are expected to demonstrate accountability for student achievement, strong content knowledge, equitable and effective instruction, cultural proficiency, family engagement, and professional reflection and collaboration. The position reports to the Principal/Head of School.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities (PK-8).
Massachusetts Teaching License in Early Childhood.
SEI Endorsement or ESL License (PK-6).
Meet applicable state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet Boston Public Schools Standards of Effective Teaching.
Authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in urban schools.
Degree in Special Education.
Fluency in a BPS official language: Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
Certification in the subject area and in Moderate Disabilities and/or English as a Second Language at the appropriate grade levels.

Responsibilities

Teach early childhood general curriculum in an inclusive setting for students with special needs and English language learners.
Implement district learning goals and objectives aligned with state frameworks, including identifying access points for student portfolio development.
Provide small-group instruction to students with moderate to severe cognitive delays to support understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student IEPs.
Provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
Provide accommodations for student learning and testing when required.
If needed, develop and implement curriculum and collect and analyze student work for the MCAS Alternative Assessment.
Collaborate with school staff to support modifications in response to student needs.
Set ambitious learning goals, assess student understanding, and adjust instruction as needed to help students meet goals.
Scaffold and differentiate instruction, engage students in challenging academic work, and build a safe, productive, and inclusive learning environment.
Respect students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges.
Engage families and build collaborative, respectful relationships in support of student learning.
Reflect on teaching practice, seek and respond to feedback, and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.