Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion (Long Term Substitute) (Repost) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Boston Public Schools is seeking an Early Childhood and Special Education Teacher with an SEI endorsement to teach an early childhood general curriculum in an inclusive setting serving students with special needs and English language learners. The teacher will support the district’s goals of high achievement, equitable access to instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing achievement gaps. The role requires implementing district learning goals aligned with state frameworks, providing instruction and accommodations responsive to individual student needs, and collaborating with school staff and families to support learning. The position is a long-term substitute for SY26-27 and reports to the Principal/Head of School. BPS seeks teachers who set ambitious expectations, communicate subject matter effectively, differentiate instruction, foster a safe and respectful learning environment, value students’ diverse backgrounds, engage families, and reflect on their practice while contributing to a collaborative professional community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities (PK-8).
Early Childhood license.
Either an SEI Endorsement or ESL License (PK-6).
Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Boston Public Schools Standards of Effective Teaching described in the posting.
Current 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 one of BPS’ official languages: Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
For core content teachers, certification in the subject area and one or both of Moderate Disabilities or English as a Second Language at the appropriate grade levels is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach the early childhood general curriculum in an inclusive setting with 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 Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and provide timely, regular progress reports.
Provide accommodations for student learning and testing when required.
When needed, develop and implement curriculum and collect and analyze student work in preparation for the MCAS Alternative Assessment.
Collaborate with school staff to support modifications in response to student needs.
Set ambitious learning goals, regularly assess student understanding, and adjust instruction to help students achieve those goals.
Scaffold and differentiate instruction to promote complex thinking, rigorous academic work, engagement, and equitable participation.
Create and maintain a productive, safe, and respectful learning environment that values 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, pursue continuous development, and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.