History Teacher

What you will do

• Implement curricula according to MA State Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Standards in a Chapter 766 approved school for students in grades 6-12.
• Provide challenging, motivating and relevant learning experiences in a 220 day setting.
• Teach classes using various methods and materials to suit topic, IEP and/or learning style.
• Employ differentiated instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students, including integrating technology into lesson planning.
• Provide a learning environment which is physically safe and intellectually open and in keeping with special education best practices.
• Model the school's academic and social expectations.
• Attend department meetings and relevant school and professional events/meetings as necessary.
• Maintain first aid, CPR and TCI certification through provided trainings.
• Keep in compliance with program and agency policies, standards and protocols.
• Deliver structured lessons and activities for assigned class period for each group/student in accordance with their current IEP.
• Provide individualized intervention and accommodation when necessary.
• Participate in assessment practices in regards to Academy's IAP program.
• Assist in and/or develop IEPs as appropriate.
• Participate in teacher and staff meetings.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents and guardians.
• Complete all associated documentation regarding student progress and grading.
• Maintain current licensure in moderate disabilities and curriculum area.

Competencies/Traits of Our Superstars

• Ability to work independently (self-direct on projects, propose project solutions in regards to curriculum area and lesson planning).
• Flexibility and creative thinking (adapt and adjust to changing work situations, respond quickly when lesson/activity does not go as planned).
• Ability to teach, mentor, and coach others (provide constructive feedback to employees on shift).
• Dependability and persistence (excellent follow through on assigned tasks).

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree in education preferred.
• At least 6+ months classroom experience (aide/co-teacher/etc.) preferred.
• Licensure: Curriculum certification held, licensure in Moderate Disabilities 5-12 preferred.

We will train you in

Motivational Interviewing; Courageous Conversations; Attachment, Regulation and Competency Model (ARC); Trauma Informed Practice, MAP, TCI, CPR, First Aid training upon hire.