Teacher - Moderate Disabilities/[Inclusion] Gr. 1 (Long Term Substitute) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

About The Position

Boston Public Schools seeks a highly qualified Special Education [Inclusion] Teacher with an SEI Endorsement to serve students in Grade 1. This is a long-term substitute assignment expected to start as soon as possible and end on 01/04/2027. All substitute teachers are hired as per diem substitutes and begin at the per diem rate of pay, including those placed in long-term assignments. The teacher will support the district’s goals of high expectations, equitable access to strong instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing achievement gaps. The position focuses on providing specialized instruction and support for students with moderate to severe cognitive delays, while promoting progress in the general curriculum and student development. The position reports to the Principal/Head of School. BPS expects teachers to demonstrate accountability for student achievement, strong content knowledge, equitable and effective instruction, cultural proficiency, family engagement, reflective practice, and collaboration. BPS values linguistic diversity and particularly welcomes candidates fluent in one or more of its official languages: Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.
Either an ESL License at the appropriate level or an SEI Endorsement.
Meet state and federal requirements to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Boston Public Schools Standards of Effective Teaching described in the posting.
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 or more BPS official languages: Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
Certification in the relevant core content subject and in Moderate Disabilities and/or English as a Second Language at the appropriate grade level(s).

Responsibilities

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 aligned with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and provide timely, regular progress reports.
Provide required accommodations for student learning and testing.
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 that address student needs.
Assist students transitioning to adult living services when appropriate.
Set ambitious learning goals, assess student understanding, and adjust instruction to support achievement.
Scaffold and differentiate instruction, engage students in rigorous academic work, and foster a safe, productive, and respectful learning environment.
Engage families and build collaborative, respectful relationships in support of student learning.
Reflect on teaching practice, respond to feedback, pursue continuous learning, and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.