High School Math Teacher

Company: RFK Community Alliance
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 25, 2025

Job Description:

Position:





High School Math Teacher











Location:



Springfield, MA











Job Id:



677






# of Openings:



1












$2,500 Sign-On Incentive

This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.



Why this job is amazing

The RFK Academy at RFK Community Alliance is a state-approved special education day school that serves students 10-22 years of age with multiple disabilities. The Math Teacher contributes to the application of functional and academic education as a key educational team member within a therapeutic milieu. The Math Teacher will develop and oversee progress on content and skill-based goals and evaluate and articulate progress collaboratively with the team according to treatment planning and students' Individualized Education Programs.



Here's where you come in!

The Math Teacher is vital in creating a differentiated curriculum, instructing content, and, most importantly, supporting students' ability to access the academic program. You will also implement grade-level curricula to meet academic standards based on the Mass. Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Curriculum. Requires ability to recognize the unique qualities of each student and incorporate them into appropriate lessons and/or projects. Key responsibilities:

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• Operates a classroom that meets the student's needs for safety, educational growth, and social/emotional development.
  
• Evaluates students' specific educational needs in the area of Mathematics and develops educational plans and programs to meet those needs.
  
• Produces educational assessments (both formal and informal) around Mathematics for each student.
  
• Assists in the development of Individual Education Program goals with the Education Coordinator.
  
• Provides classroom instruction necessary to help each student meet any Mathematics goals established in their Individualized Education Program as well as curriculum goals for RFK Community Alliance and Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
  
• Participates in TEAM and Treatment Team Meetings that involve any of their classroom students.
  
• Follows and actively participates in the implementation of the Behavior Management System.
  
• Supervises and develops a team atmosphere with colleagues and teaching assistants.
  
• Attends and actively participates in Staff meetings and Professional Development Days.
  
• Actively participates in teacher team meetings and implements team goals.
  
• Acts as a positive adult role model with students and a positive team member with all RFK staff and outside collaterals.
  
• Assumes other responsibilities necessary to ensure program safety and continuity.
  
  
  Who You Are
  
  You are someone who leads with compassion and who values collaboration, professionalism and teamwork. The best-qualified candidate will have a Bachelor's degree but a Master's degree and MA certification in Mathematics (5-12) or Moderate Disabilities, (5-15) is preferred.
  
  
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  • Special Education Teacher: Moderate Disabilities, High School, Science background preferred.
    
    
    Shifts
    
    
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    • 40 hours per week: Monday - Friday, days; 12-month benefited position
      
      
      
      
      
      
      How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together
      
      At RFK Community Alliance we're dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn't happen by accident, it's by design. Together we're the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences at every level. This is why we're committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele, and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion, and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we're creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we're here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one.
      
      
      
      Why You'll Love Us:
      
      At RFK Community Alliance, we're committed to taking care of our team, and we know you'll love being a part of an organization that truly values its people. We offer an outstanding benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy comprehensive health coverage with our health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Take advantage of generous paid time off and holiday pay, giving you the balance you need to recharge. We're invested in your future, offering tuition reimbursement, educational assistance, and a retirement plan with a generous employer match. Plus, we provide employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program to ensure you and your family are supported every step of the way. Joining our team means you'll have the benefits and resources you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
      
      
      
      $2,500 Sign-On Incentive
      
      This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2,500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1,500 after 12 months.
      
      
      
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      Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
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