Teacher - Elementary and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. 2 (Anticipated Long Term Substitute) (SY26-27)

Bates Elementary; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 46 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Per diem pay

Résumé du poste

Boston Public Schools Bates Elementary in Boston, MA seeks an Elementary and Special Education teacher with SEI endorsement for an anticipated long-term substitute position in Grade 2. This role aims to advance inclusive practices and high expectations for all students.

The substitution is tied to a start date of 11/02/2026 and end date 04/05/2027; per diem subs are hired at the start of assignments, with ongoing collaboration among staff and families emphasized.

Qualifications

• Hold a Massachusetts Elementary 1-6 license and a Moderate Disabilities PK-8 license.
• SEI Endorsement or ESL license required for the appropriate grade level.
• Bachelor’s degree and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Experience with including English Language Learners and students with disabilities.

Responsabilités

• Teach Elementary General Curriculum in a setting inclusive of students with Special Needs and English Language Learners (SEI).
• Provide small-group instruction to students with moderate to severe cognitive delays.
• Write and implement IEP goals and provide progress reports.
• Provide accommodations and develop curriculum; prepare for MCAS Alternative.
• Collaborate with staff to support student needs and modifications.

Connaissances

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with team

IEP writing

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Massachusetts Teaching License: Elementary 1-6

Moderate Disabilities PK-8 License

SEI Endorsement or ESL license

Description du poste

Teacher - Elementary and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr. 2 (Anticipated Long Term Substitute) (SY26-27)

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

THIS IS A LONG-TERM SUB POSITION that is expected to start on 11/02/2026 and end on 04/05/2027. Please note that all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long-term assignments. All substitutes begin at the per diem rate of pay. For further information about becoming a BPS sub, please refer to our website (https://www.bostonpublicschools.org/old-homepage2/careers1/sub-central).

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Elementary and Special Education teacher 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.

Reports To: Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

Teach: Elementary General Curriculum in a setting inclusive of students with Special Needs and English Language Learners (SEI)

• 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 the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.

Core Competencies

• Accountability for Student Achievement

  (II-A-1. Quality of Effort and Work, II-D-2. High Expectations, I-B-2. Adjustments to Practice)

  • Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort
  • Assess students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks
  • Passionate and optimistic about their students, their content, and the teaching profession
• Communicating Content Knowledge

  (I-A-1. Subject Matter Knowledge, I-A-4. Well-Structured Lessons)

  • Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires
  • Demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real-world settings and connects to other content areas and relevant standards
  • Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards
• Equitable & Effective Instruction

  (II-A-3. Meeting Diverse Needs, II-A-2. Student Engagement, II-B-1. Safe Learning Environment)

  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work
  • Uses instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation
  • Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community
• Cultural Proficiency

  (II-C-1. Respects Differences, II-C-2. Maintains a Respectful Environment)

  • Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected
• Parent/Family Engagement

  (III-A-1. Parent/Family Engagement)

  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration

  (IV-A-1. Reflective Practice, IV-C-1. Professional Collaboration)

  • Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development
  • Seeks to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

Qualifications - Required

• Education Level: Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6 AND Moderate Disabilities PK-8 AND either SEI Endorsement OR ESL license for the appropriate grade level.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
• 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. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
• 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 the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the \"Schedule A\" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

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Position Type: Traditional Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities

Welcome to Bates Elementary

The Bates School is committed to providing inclusive practices to every student, and we strive to capitalize on the benefits of inclusion for all members of our community. To us, inclusion means more than serving students with special needs. We work to build a community that celebrates all facets of our students’ identities and find meaningful ways to weave their experiences and cultures into our learning everyday.At the Bates, Inclusion means everyone, and we work diligently to build a school community where every child feels valued for everything they bring to their classroom. Every child has a right to rigorous instructional opportunities that lead to growth. Our teachers are highly-qualified, and work in teams to co-plan & co-teach so that all of our students, regardless of their current academic standing, are able to access grade-level appropriate material and make substantial academic gains.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources
• 2300 Washington Street
• Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
• Email: [e-mail]

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