Teacher - Elementary Specialist (SEI Endorsement Required) [Anticipated Vacancy] (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is an anticipated vacancy for an Elementary Specialist Teacher with an SEI endorsement within Boston Public Schools (BPS). The role is expected to be vacant by 08/31/2026, with a note that the current incumbent may rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation. The hire will not be confirmed until the position is vacated, and a Long-Term Substitute role may be offered initially if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year. BPS seeks highly qualified and knowledgeable teachers committed to a vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups. This specialist position likely covers planning periods for homeroom teachers, providing additional content support. BPS fosters an environment that supports creativity, innovation, and respects teachers' skills and abilities.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6 and hold an SEI endorsement or a dual certification in ESL.
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in urban schools.
Degree in Education
Fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
Certified in Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Responsibilities

Elementary Teacher in an SEI setting
Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that integrates reading, writing, analytical skills development in alignment with state curricular frameworks for core content areas.
Implement district learning goals and objectives using district supported curriculum as outlined in the District Curriculum Universal Accommodation Plan.
Create a developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment that establishes positive student behavioral expectations conducive to all learners' needs through structured routines, and positive behavioral interventions.
Establish classroom structure that values positive relationships through intentional implementation of appropriate curriculum
Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments in accordance with district guidelines.