Special Ed Teacher - Moderate Disabilities (SEI)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Special Education [Special Education SAR] Teacher with an SEI Endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders.

This role emphasizes high expectations, equity, and alignment with state standards, MCAS alternatives, and progress reporting; the candidate will implement district goals and provide targeted instruction while collaborating with staff to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Massachusetts Teaching License in appropriate content area and Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.
• Hold ESL License at the appropriate level or SEI Endorsement.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching as outlined by the Boston Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.
• Preferred: Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Preferred: Degree in Special Education.
• BPS values linguistic diversity; fluency in one of BPS' official languages is valued.

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 from 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. 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 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.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

IEPs

Collaboration

Data-driven progress

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts Teaching License (Moderate Disabilities)

SEI Endorsement or ESL License

Degree in Special Education

Job description

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Special Education [Special Education SAR] Teacher with an SEI Endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders.

This role emphasizes high expectations, equity, and alignment with state standards, MCAS alternatives, and progress reporting; the candidate will implement district goals and provide targeted instruction while collaborating with staff to support diverse learners.