Special Education Preschool Teacher
About the Employer
Job Summary
Boston Renaissance Charter Public School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Substantially Separate Special Education Teacher to join our PreK-2 team. Our mission is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth while building confidence, character, and citizenship through a whole-child educational approach.
Qualifications
• MA Teacher License in Severe Disabilities, PreK-8
• Meet federal requirements under NCLB and meet the Highly Qualified status
• Three or more years of classroom teaching experience
• Experience working with the social/emotional/academic needs of children
• Knowledge of special education law as it relates to the IEP process and FAPE
• Master's degree in Special Education preferred
What We Believe About Our Students
We believe children learn best when they feel loved and connected to caring adults. Education should equip them with knowledge, skills, and personal attributes for success in a changing world. We emphasize inspiring students to dream big and believe no goal is beyond their reach.
What We Believe About Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. We strive to create an anti-racist environment that educates the whole child while celebrating and respecting all differences. We are committed to continuously auditing systems to address biases and actively working to eliminate inequities, ensuring a welcoming environment for all community members, regardless of background or identity.
What We Believe About Our Staff
We believe highly qualified, student-centered, and culturally responsive educators are at the center of the work we are doing. Teachers are seen as leaders with a responsibility to be self-reflective learners, constantly improving their practice.
Job Requirements
We are looking for teachers who:
• Prioritize student growth: Educators who are committed to fostering academic excellence while supporting students' social and emotional well-being.
• Embrace diversity and inclusion: Individuals who value and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom where every student feels respected, valued, and empowered.
• Innovate and inspire: Creative thinkers who use engaging, student-centered teaching strategies to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
• Collaborate and lead: Team players who actively collaborate with colleagues, students, and families, and who are ready to take on leadership roles within the school community.
• Commit to continuous growth: Lifelong learners who reflect on their practice, seek feedback, and are dedicated to professional development and personal growth.
General Description
The Substantially Separate Special Education Teacher will assist special education students with specifically designed instruction, so that they may access the same education opportunity as their non-special education peers. The teacher will be responsible for communicating knowledge and skills to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner. They will use a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources to present material to students. The Substantially Separate Special Education Teacher will administer different forms of student assessments and plan their instruction for students based on the data from the assessments.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Write and adhere to lesson plans in accordance with the Massachusetts State Standards;
• Support implementation of school-wide performance standards and instructional methods;
• Implement core curriculum in accordance with grade level programs, pacing schedules, and specific instructional model;
• Attend grade-level meetings and support activities and goals of the teaching team;
• Collaborate with team on curriculum and student needs;
• Complete progress reports and report cards in a timely manner and conduct progress report conferences with families/guardians;
• Integrate technology into instruction;
• Participate in the pre-referral process of special education (child study team);
• Assess educational needs of students by use of standardized tools (Woodcock-Johnson, WIA, Key Math), running records, and other informal assessments;
• Prepare individualized education plans (IEPs);
• Attend IEP team meetings as needed;
• Maintain complete records of reevaluation periods, required student documentation, and parent communication;
• Collaborate with school-based related service providers (speech, OT, school psychologists);
• Provide differentiated instruction to students;
• Support ongoing professional interactions among all staff members;
• Communicate positively and objectively with all members of the staff;
• Communicate with parents professionally and continuously regarding student progress;
• Implement school, district, and department policies.