Middle School Special Education Teacher

RFK Community Alliance; Lancaster, Glastonbury (Lancaster County, MA, CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Middle School Special Education Teacher to join their therapeutic day school. This role involves creating an engaging and supportive learning environment while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to meet the diverse needs of students. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to trauma-responsive practices and a passion for empowering students. With a focus on professional growth, the organization offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, paid time off, and a generous sign-on incentive. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Sign-On Incentive

Qualifications

• Compassionate educator committed to empowering students.
• Experience in trauma-responsive practices and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive learning environment for students.
• Collaborate with staff to meet individual educational needs.

Skills

Special Education

Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Cultural Competence

Crisis Management

Education

MA Teachers Certification: Moderate Disabilities K-8 or 5-12

Tools

Common Technologies

Job description

Position: Middle School Special Education Teacher

Location: Lancaster, MA

Job Id: 629

# of Openings: 1

The RFK Community Alliance is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, and learning disabilities. Our educational and related services support students in reaching milestones such as graduation, the transition to post-secondary educational or vocational opportunities, or a return to their local school district. We strive to ensure that each of our students is Connected, Capable, and Healthy so that when they leave us, they are well-positioned to experience sustained and meaningful well-being over the course of their lives. Who You Are You are a compassionate, collaborative, and resourceful educator who is committed to supporting and empowering students in our year-round, therapeutic private special education day school. You want to teach in a learning environment that has an academically challenging curriculum, a philosophy that builds on individual student strengths, and MA an emphasis on seeing students succeed. You understand the importance of trauma-responsive practices, and you support every student every day with unconditional positive regard. You are an educator who seeks out opportunities to learn, reflect, and collaborate with colleagues. What You Will Do Educators are a vital part of our team approach to supporting the students we proudly serve. They collaborate with other staff to build a safe and supportive classroom community that recognizes and values each student's unique strengths and challenges. Our teachers implement lessons that meet grade-level academic standards aligned with the DESE Curriculum Frameworks, creating engaging instructional content to support our students in accessing academics. Key Responsibilities: Foster a creative, supportive, and nurturing learning environment for students by building strong relationships and mutual respect. Prepare students academically, socially, and emotionally for the transitions ahead of them. Help students learn how to be self-disciplined and respectful contributors to their classroom, family, and community. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of colleagues and leaders Evaluate student-specific educational needs and develop and implement plans to meet them. Assumes other responsibilities necessary to ensure program safety and continuity Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants across multiple settings. Qualifications: MA teachers certification: Moderate Disabilities K-8 or 5-12 Proven ability to effectively communicate with students, colleagues, parents, and school leaders Cultural competence to work with students from different backgrounds and with different abilities Excellent teaching, writing, and communication skills Strong creative thinking, flexibility, and crisis management skills Comfort working with or learning common technologies Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week: Monday - Friday, days; 12-month, benefited position How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one. Why You'll Love Us: At RFK Community Alliance, we're committed to taking care of our team, and we know you'll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We're invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you'll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally. $2,500 Sign-On Incentive This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months. Keywords: Special Education, Teacher, Teaching, IEP, Special needs, Autism, Emotional Impairment, Learning Disabilities, Curriculum development, Education, SPED

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

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