High School Math Teacher - Special Education
$150,000–$200,000 year
On-siteMarlborough, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Teach 4-5 varied year-long high school math and science classes aligned with the MA Curriculum Frameworks and 1-2 semester-long electives reflecting personal passions. Design and implement personalized curriculum through individual, small, and whole group instruction while utilizing instructional and assistive technology to strengthen engagement. Collaborate with colleagues to implement interdisciplinary projects, partner with paraeducators for IEP accommodations, and work with families to develop and monitor progress goals. Foster student problem-solving skills by balancing academic expectations with necessary accommodations and modifications. Adapt instruction based on evolving student needs and utilize assessment data to measure progress. Participate in professional development, school-wide initiatives, and community events. This active role requires frequent physical movement and adherence to AVC's physical restraint protocols.
Required Qualifications
- Massachusetts DESE licensure required in Moderate Disabilities 5th - 12th grade (preferred), or in one of the following content areas - Mathematics 8th-12th; a Science domain 8th-12th (Chemistry, Biology, Earth & Space Science, Physics or Tech/Engineering)
- Dual licensure is highly desired
Desired Qualifications
- Belief in the inherent brilliance of our students and their families
- Strong instructional technology skills
- Ability to thrive within a team while also being able to work independently
- Strong foundation in social-emotional learning, trauma-informed, healing-centered, or restorative practice, and/or cultural responsiveness
- Ability to engage with conflict or discomfort as opportunities for learning
- Experience teaching neurodiverse adolescents in a variety of formats
- Expertise/experience in special education
- Bilingual or multilingual is a plus
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive a school van is a plus
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