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Teacher - Moderate Disabilities/Resource [Long-Term Substitute] (SY25-26)

Boston Public Schools, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Teacher - Moderate Disabilities/Resource [Long-Term Substitute] (SY25-26)

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional

Special Education/Resource Room teacher

with an SEI Endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity, and innovation and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher. Reports to: Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, with familiarity in identifying access points for student portfolio development.

Provide small-group instruction to students diagnosed with moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.

Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student IEPs and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.

Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. 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.

Core Competencies

Accountability for Student Achievement

Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, uses instructional practices that reflect high expectations, engages all students in learning.

Communicating Professional Knowledge

Exhibits strong knowledge of child development and designs effective plans for support with measurable outcomes.

Equitable & Effective Instruction

Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued.

Cultural Proficiency

Parent/Family Engagement

Professional Reflection & Collaboration

Qualifications - Required

Education: Hold a bachelor’s degree.

Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.

Hold either ESL License at the appropriate level or SEI Endorsement.

Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.

Ability to meet the BPS Standards of Effective Practice as outlined above.

Current authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications - Preferred

Experience teaching in urban schools.

Degree in Special Education.

BPS values linguistic diversity and seeks candidates fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.

Preferred core content certification in subject area and moderate disabilities and/or ESL certification.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate retaliation or bias-based harassment. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.

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