Middle School Science Teacher

26-27 Middle School Special Services Teacher Libertas Academy Mission Through rigorous academics, character development, and strong supports for every learner, Libertas Academy Charter School prepares all sixth through twelfth grade students to succeed within the college of their choice and to be positive, engaged members of their communities. Organizational Overview Libertas Academy Charter School is a high expectations, high achieving school that replicates the successful models of other high performing charter schools in Massachusetts and across the country. Within an achievement-oriented culture in which expectations are clear and routines are consistent, and in which the joy of learning, the power of intellectual curiosity, and the development of life-building values are at the center of our seamless 6-12 school, all learners build the skills, knowledge, and character required for college and professional success and a life of positive community engagement. Imagine teaching at a school where everyone in the building is on the same page, holding students to a relentlessly high bar of academic and behavioral expectations. We are looking for teachers who know that holding high expectations and relentlessly pushing students to reach them is a profound form of love. We are looking for teachers who aren’t afraid to do whatever it takes—teachers who know the finish line is college graduation and are in it for the long haul. Qualities Sought All staff members at Libertas Academy Charter School have a strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the mission and vision of our school. Therefore, we seek individuals who believe in our mission and vision; will maintain high expectations for our students both academically and behaviorally; will model our school values of: We seek individuals who will do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of Libertas Academy is fulfilled. Job Overview: The Middle School Special Services Teacher reports to the Dean of Special Services and is responsible for providing rigorous, standards-aligned instruction and specialized supports to ensure students meet ambitious academic growth and achievement goals. The teacher develops and implements Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), delivers specialized instruction through push-in and pull-out services, and ensures full compliance with federal and state special education regulations. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Responsibilities of the Special Services Teacher include but are not limited to: Maintain high expectations for students’ academic achievement and conduct Reinforce school-wide rules and expectations Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned to math standards. Plan and execute daily lessons that drive student mastery of rigorous content. Develop and administer a variety of formal and informal assessments to measure students’ growth and mastery and to evaluate and refine instruction Provide targeted support, scaffolds, and extensions to meet diverse learners’ needs. Differentiate support to meet the needs of all learners—including multilingual learners and students with IEPs. Identify students who are academically at risk and initiate effective intervention strategies Compliance & Data: maintain legal, accurate, and confidential student records; perform data collection on behavior and academic performance. IEP Development & Implementation: design, write, and manage IEPs, including setting goals, and tracking progress Instruction: Deliver specialized academic instruction in small groups or one-on-one, and adapt general education curriculum for students with disabilities. Maintain and enrich subject matter expertise Set ambitious content & academic goals for all students. Monitor student progress using formative and summative assessments. Create a classroom environment that is structured, joyful, inclusive, and grounded in high expectations. Equip students with the critical thinking, analytical writing, and evidence-based reasoning skills that form the foundation of college-level learning Equip students with the skills question, interpret, and construct arguments Collaborate closely with fellow teachers and other staff members Participate actively in professional development Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families Prepare all students for the annual MCAS exam Participate in the Teacher Evaluation Process High quality teacher preparation; materials printed and aligned to the teacher, IPP completed to excellence (exemplar, pacing, priority questions, misconceptions etc) Common Picture - being on time and in correct place for all common picture/hallway post IPP (daily) Grading (weekly) Create/Revise SFMs (weekly) Data prework (bi-monthly) Planning prework (weekly) Unit Unpacking (as needed) Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications; Desired Skills, and Characteristics: Bachelor’s Degree required Must have a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Special Education or Moderate Disabilities OR take and pass Communications & Literacy, Foundations of Reading, and Content MTEL (Massachusetts Test of Educator Licensure) within 1 year of employment with LACS. Must obtain Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement within 1 year of Employment Strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with mission and vision of Libertas Academy Strong subject-matter expertise in math Demonstrates persistence in overcoming and removing obstacles to goal achievement. Demonstrates a drive, commitment and sense of urgency that inspires others to achieve results. Demonstrated success working with students in traditionally underserved communities Strong belief that all students can succeed Critical thinker and problem-solver Collaborative team player Willingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be self-reflective with regard to teaching practices Commitment to analyzing student data to push student achievement forward Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities and differentiate for those students with special needs and English Learners Successful classroom manager who firmly believes that a structured environment and high behavioral expectations for all students lead to student achievement Spanish fluency highly desirable All candidates must successfully pass a background check and CORI review Salary & Benefits $51,000 - $75,000 annually *This position contributes to the Massachusetts Teacher Retirement System (MTRS)- 11% of bi-weekly salary. Apply Now To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to talent@libertasacademy.org. Commitment to Diversity As an equal opportunity employer, Libertas Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Salary : $51,000 - $75,000