Teacher - Moderate Disabilities/Emotional Impairment Strand SubSep (SEI Endorsement Required) ([...]

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Special Education Teacher Emotional Impairment Strand SubSep 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.

All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.

Reports to : Principal / Head of School

Responsibilities

• Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, having 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 Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
• Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. If needed, 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 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 and clinical practices that reflect high expectations for students and student work;

engages all students in learning.

• Communicating Professional Knowledge : Exhibits strong knowledge of child development and how students learn and behave, and designs effective and rigorous plans for support with measurable outcomes.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction : Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
• Cultural Proficiency : Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent / Family Engagement : Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration : Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development.

Qualifications - Required :

• 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.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred :

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Degree in Special Education.
• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity.
• In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following : Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Terms : BTU, Group I

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org / ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation.

Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade / Step.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex / gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

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