Math Special Education Teacher - Grades 6-8

Math Specialist RoleAs a Specialist you will plan and teach highly effective interventions both within and outside the general education classroom. You will serve students with IEPs requiring math support. You will work closely with other teachers in your curriculum area and the academic support team to design instruction that furthers every scholar's learning. You will develop high leverage relationships with Alma families. You'll receive the support you need in all aspects of your work, while retaining the autonomy to do what's right for the scholars with whom you work closely every day. At Alma we believe that we can best serve our scholars by helping you to meet your long-term professional growth and career goals. Who We're Looking ForWe seek outstanding teachers with the following qualifications: A bachelor's degree or higher At least one year of full time teaching experience preferred Proven effectiveness leading students to significant academic gains (please include specific data related to your student's academic gains in your resume) Massachusetts DESE Licensure in Special Education. If you are not yet licensed in Massachusetts, please consult this website for more information on how to obtain that license: www.doe.mass.edu/licensureA passion for working with kids and a belief that all kids can succeed Humility, resilience, and a hunger to learn and grow Strong team orientation Infectious joy Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply In addition, the ideal candidate has the following competencies: Show me the Outcomes: Filters every decision through the lens of potential impact our scholars High Demand, High Support: Sets a high bar for self, colleagues, and the people we serve Crew: Believes that working with a diverse crew - with a range of perspectives, backgrounds, and communication styles, across schools, leadership teams, and external stakeholders – makes us stronger and seeks to uncover and address personal biases and structural inequities It's Our Ship: Takes collective responsibility for the success of our scholars Challenge, Challenge: Sees difficult problems as opportunities to increase capacity and grow skills and seeks out, and improves through, feedback. What You Can ExpectWeekly meetings with a manager who supports you High quality, weekly professional development Fully stocked supply closets for all your classroom needs (+ a supply budget!)Prep periods every day Friendly, supportive, #almazing colleagues