Middle School Special Education & Learning Specialist

Excel Academy Charter Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Academy Charter Schools in Boston seeks a Middle School Special Education Teacher to deliver high-quality, college-preparatory instruction. You will manage IEPs, coordinate testing, and work with administrators to ensure compliance and student achievement.

You will collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction, serve as homeroom teacher, and communicate regularly with families to support student growth and equity in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Commitment to serving all students and Excel’s mission.
• Commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong teamwork and willingness to support colleagues.
• Open to change and to receiving feedback.

Responsibilities

• Teach daily instructional support to caseload and include inclusion teaching.
• Serve as an inclusion teacher to support learning needs.
• Differentiate curriculum with general education teachers and modify when appropriate.
• Ensure work aligns with school goals for student achievement.
• Write and update IEPs for new students and revise existing IEPs.
• Coordinate outsourced SPED testing and manage consultants (SLP, OT).
• Ensure SPED services comply with regulations.
• Manage paperwork and deadlines for IEPs/504s and related records.
• Maintain regular communication with families and guardians.
• Create CPR/CAP documents for DOE compliance.
• Enforce school-wide systems and procedures in the classroom.
• Communicate student progress to families and staff.
• Serve as homeroom teacher and student advisor.
• Be a productive member of the Excel Community.

Skills

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Feedback receptiveness

Commitment to equity

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Excel Academy Charter Schools in Boston seeks a Middle School Special Education Teacher to deliver high-quality, college-preparatory instruction. You will manage IEPs, coordinate testing, and work with administrators to ensure compliance and student achievement.

You will collaborate with general education teachers to differentiate instruction, serve as homeroom teacher, and communicate regularly with families to support student growth and equity in education.