Special Education Teacher at Assabet Valley Collaborative

We are seeking a High School Math & Science Special Education Teacher for our Therapeutic Day School Orchard Street Academy!Do you see math and science in everythingDo you believe learning in STEM can change livesDo you get excited by project-based learning Do you want to work somewhere doing school differentlyOrchard Street Academy (OSA) is Assabet Valley Collaboratives therapeutic middle and high school for students with a range of social-emotional and learning needs.Assabet Valley Collaborative (AVC) is an educational service agency in Metrowest/Central Massachusetts. Our services include school programs wraparound services transportation services professional development cooperative purchasing and consulting. We use a shared leadership model to engage stakeholders across the organization in learning leading designing and decision making. To thrive within AVCs innovative shared leadership model team members must be self-reflective embrace the value of partnering with others through complex challenges and recognize the mutual responsibility of giving and receiving feedback.AVCs Commitments to Educational Equity are the vision for our future. To achieve our vision we are committed to a continuous study of the principles of human-centered design social innovation cultural proficiency and culturally responsive practices.Math/Science Teacher Role OverviewWe are looking for a teacher who serves as a leader and as a learner; a team member who is flexible resourceful and thrives in a fast-paced non-traditional collaborative environment. We seek team members who demonstrate a learning mindset and ability to receive feedback self-reflect and adapt. We seek a teacher who effectively facilitates the learning of others by pushing their thinking building their skills and sparking their self-reflection and curiosity. And seeking highly skilled educator with a passion to support many aspects of school-wide growth including cross curricular project based learning and co-teaching.JOB-Specific Details:I prep per dayTeach 4-5 varied year-long high school math and science classes aligned with MA Curriculum Frameworks; content may change annually based on what courses our students need.Teach 1-2 varied semester-long high-interest electives that reflect personal passions hobbies expertise or interests.Collaborate with colleagues to implement departmental and interdisciplinary learning projects and initiatives.Utilize instructional technology and assistive technology to strengthen student engagement and support differentiation.Design and implement curriculum to meet the personalized learning needs of students through individual small and whole group instruction.Foster the skills for students to become problem solvers and independent decision makers.Balance high academic and behavioral expectations with necessary accommodations and modifications.Partner with families/caretakers.Collaborate to develop IEP goals and to monitor and document progress on goals.Partner with paraeducators towards effective curriculum development and implementation of IEP accommodations.Utilize assessments and student learning data to measure progress and make adjustments to instruction.Adapt to the evolving needs of students and the school environment.Participate and engage in professional development school-wide initiatives and community events.The ideal candidate will possess or demonstrate the following:Belief in the inherent brilliance of our students and their familiesStrong instructional technology skillsAbility 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 responsivenessAbility to engage with conflict or discomfort as opportunities for learningExperience teaching neurodiverse adolescents in a variety of formatsExpertise/experience in special educationBilingual or multilingual is a plusValid drivers license and ability to drive a school van a plusQualification Required: 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.Schedule:185 day schedule. Reporting hours: 8:00am-3:00pm. Summer hours are also available but not required.Physical Demands:This is an active position that requires frequent physical movement to meet the needs of our students. Staff will receive training to physically intervene as needed per AVC Physical Restraint protocol policy and applicable regulations.Competitive Benefits Include:Compensation competitive within public school educators (salary schedule with steps and lanes)School year (185 days) with additional summer hours available at additional compensation75% health insurance premiums covered by AVCHigh deductible Health Insurance Plan Health Savings Account (AVC contributes 50% of deductible into your HSA)Participation in MA State Retirement or Teachers Retirement pension systemsVoluntary benefits: Health Savings Account Life Short-term Long-term Insurance and Dental InsuranceFor more information and to apply Key Skills Client Server,FMCG Sales,Land Survey,Facilities,Labouring Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1