RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Science Teacher to join our team in Lancaster, MA!$2,500 Sign-On IncentiveThis 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 Dr. Franklin Perkins School (DFPS) at RFK Community Alliance is a state-approved special education day school that serves students 10-22 years of age with multiple disabilities. The Science Teacher contributes to the application of functional and academic education as a key educational team member within a therapeutic milieu. The Science 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 Science 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:Operates a classroom that meets the student's needs for safety, educational growth, and social/emotional development.Evaluates student's specific educational needs in the area of Science and develop educational plans and programs to meet those needs.Produces educational assessments (both formal and informal) in the area of Science 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 Science 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.QualificationsBachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferredMA teaching certification in Science or Moderate Disabilities Valid Massachusetts driver’s licenseShifts37.5 hours per week: Monday – Friday, days; 12-month benefited positionWho We AreDr. Franklin Perkins School is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse abilities and disabilities, including those in the social emotional, behavioral and learning realms. The school’s curriculum and support services assist students in reaching milestones such as graduation, the transition to post-secondary educational and vocational opportunities, or the return to public school. A small school by design, DFPS creates individualized learning opportunities while establishing a community of learners among students for whom connections to school have often been a challenge.Who You AreYou 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 Science (5-12) or Moderate Disabilities, (5-12) is preferred.Special Education Teacher: Moderate Disabilities, High School, Science background preferred.Keywords:SPED, Special Education, Teacher, Teaching, IEP, Special need, Learning disabilities, Curriculum development, Lesson planning, Education