Elementary School: Substantially Separate Lead Teacher - Boston (2027-2028)

Kipp Ma

Boston (MA)

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USD 63,000 - 103,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Job summary

KIPP Academy Boston Elementary School in Mattapan, MA seeks a Substantially Separate Lead Teacher for the 2027-2028 year.

This Special Education role requires creating and implementing IEP-driven instruction for a small group of students, collaborating with general education teachers, and coordinating with families to support student growth.

Qualifications

2+ years of full-time teaching experience (Special Education preferred).
Bachelor’s Degree required.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
Preferred: Special Education licensure if qualified.

Responsibilities

Lead 1–4 content areas for a small group of students per IEP goals.
Create and align daily lesson plans, units, rubrics and assessments.
Modify standards to meet the needs of students in the program.
Lead MTEL/SEI endorsements with district support within the first year.

Skills

Special Education experience

Collaboration with families

Differentiated instruction

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Special Education licensure (preferred)

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Elementary School: Substantially Separate Lead Teacher - Boston (2027-2028)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5960339
Application Deadline: Aug 06, 2027 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 6, 2027

Job Description

Lead Teacher, Special Education, Substantially Separate Program - KIPP Academy Boston Charter School

The Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teacher sub-separate classroom (specialized program) will be responsible for instructing a small group of students in some or all core content areas (Math, Reading, Humanities and Science) along with other classroom support including aides and/or other teachers, as appropriate. The Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teacher will also be responsible for working collaboratively with classroom teachers to support students' during inclusion opportunities. Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teachers ensure that all of our students are growing and achieving by providing students with a variety of supports in the areas of social/emotional skills and academic skills. Additionally, Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teachers are case managers for a group of Special Education students, which includes writing and managing IEP paperwork and meetings, communicating with families about student progress, advocating for students as needed, and assisting teachers in creating and managing accommodations and modifications for particular students.

This multifaceted role is ideal for flexible and creative teachers who are passionate about serving our highest-need students and are excited by the challenge of determining the root cause of challenging behaviors and using positive supports to help students build social/emotional skills and independence. Prior experience in working with students with moderate to severe disabilities and/or who present with challenging behavior and/or social/emotional needs is preferred. Prior experience with Special Education laws and paperwork is a bonus, but is not required for the role; Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teachers receive training and assistance from our regional Special Education team. Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teachers are empowered to use their expertise to do whatever it takes to help our students succeed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Classroom Responsibilities
Be the lead teacher for 1 to 4 content areas and/or instruction based on IEP goals (included but not limited to: content, functional skills, etc. depending on the cohort of students) for a small group of students. In doing so, the Special Education Sub-Separate Lead Teacher will:
Create and internalize daily aligned lesson plans, unit plans, rubrics and assessments
Modify standards across 1-4 content areas to meet the needs of students in the program
Ensure modified grading scale is implemented as needed per IEPs
Set specific, ambitious goals with all students and identify and leverage all necessary resources to ensure they meet them
Use best practices for special education to execute engaging instruction at a level rigorous and accessible for all students
Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice
Complete Functional Behavior Assessments (with BCBA guidance), as needed
Provide healing-centered instruction and create a healing-centered environment as part of the classroom culture
Collaborate with psychologist to develop and run trauma-informed, social-emotional, and life skills group
Ensure that all children feel affirmed, valued, and challenged every day
Execute of MCAS Alt portfolios (for applicable students)
School and Professional Responsibilities
Obtain required MTEL and SEI endorsements with financial support from KIPP MA within the first year of employment (please review this doc to see requirements). Preferred: Obtain special education licensure as soon as qualified to do so.
When needed, provide secondary support in content areas where not leading the classroom or content
Design, execute, and refine the vision for student culture alongside school leaders
Ongoing progress monitoring of student progress towards academic and social-emotional functioning
Lead the 504 and IEP process for all students in the classroom
Work collaboratively with counselors and other members of the team to create and implement Behavior Support Plans
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year
Take ownership for the development of your craft and seek feedback from your coach (meet 1x/1-2 weeks with coach, implement feedback, engage in co-planning and active practices, participate in live coaching, etc.)
Perform necessary support duties including (but not limited to) coverage, bus, lunch, and dismissal duties
Develop strong relationships with families through participating in school events and consistent phone calls home
Be willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to accountability, change, and improvement
Collaborate with grade level and content teams to tackle common challenges and implement grade-wide systems, sharing responsibility for all students
Collaborate with related service providers and general education teachers
Dependable attendance according to our school calendar

General Requirements and Responsibilities

Embody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productively

Participate and engage in regional professional development and community events as required

Demonstrated ability to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make reasonable judgments and decisions in a timely manner in accordance with the needs of the school

Self-awareness, flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needs

The consistent use of interpersonal and self-management skills to effectively support behavioral and emotional needs of students to ensure a safe and inclusive environment, as well as build relationships and manage conflict with students, staff, and caregivers

Effective communication skills to perform assigned duties and to meaningfully exchange information with students, staff, families and others in person, through written communication, in front of groups, and on virtual platforms

Physical mobility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overhead

Physical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 20 pounds of materials or supplies and to physically restrain a student to keep from harming themself and/or others in an emergency situation

Manual dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment

Qualifications

Deep alignment with KIPP MA’s mission and values, including the unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
Demonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment
Passion for Special Education and Healing-Centered Learning, and a demonstrated commitment to professional learning
2+ years of full-time teaching experience (in Special Education preferred)
Preferred: Special Education licensure
Prior experience with Special Education laws and paperwork (preferred, but not required)
Bachelor’s Degree required
Computer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google Suite
Pass Criminal Background Check

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a vibrant and welcoming school community that advances our mission of ensuring that all KIPP students graduate with the skills and confidence to lead fulfilling lives. This includes a commitment to attracting and developing individuals who understand the experiences of the students and communities we serve. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

What We Offer

The minimum base salary for this exempt position is $63,000 to $102,500 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours per week), depending upon years of relevant experience after your Bachelor's degree and any advanced degrees (+$3,000 for 1st advanced degree and +$1,500 for 2nd advanced degree). The role includes a $1,000 signing bonus—and an annual $2,000 retention bonus in subsequent years, as well as other bonuses, when eligible. This role follows our School Year calendar.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Elementary
Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to KIPP Academy Boston Elementary School

KIPP Academy Boston Elementary (KABE), founded in 2014, currently serves over 215 Kindergarten through 2nd grade KIPPsters! The elementary school is part of our new K-8 campus in Mattapan that opened in August 2016. The opening of this school in our Boston network marks a major milestone in our development, as we are able to offer K-8 education with the goal of opening up a High School in Boston soon.

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