Teacher-in-Charge 504, One Year Appointment (SY 25-26)

Position:

Teacher in Charge of 504s

One Year Appointment

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Community:
Cambridge Rindge & Latin School is a comprehensive high school divided into four Learning Communities designed to promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students. Honors courses are offered in all core classes (English History Mathematics and Science); Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available to qualified students.

The mission of the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School is to provide a quality education to every student through rigorous comprehensive and personalized teaching and learning. Working in partnership with families and the wider community we maintain a nurturing respectful and safe environment where educators and students hold themselves to high standards. We value academic excellence creativity diversity perseverance collaboration and responsible decision-making. Within and across our learning communities we prepare lifelong learners who participate thoughtfully responsibly and productively in a global democratic society.

At the Cambridge Public Schools we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race color ancestry national origin religion age gender marital/domestic partner status sexual orientation gender identity disability status and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

The Opportunity:
The Cambridge Rindge and Latin School seeks a Teacher in Charge of 504s to join our caring and innovative community. The successful candidate will have experience working with adolescents. A candidate with teaching experience is preferred. They will have an understanding of and experience with special education and learning plans. As a professional the teacher in charge of 504s will display a collegial spirit that supports and enhances continual professional growth consistent with the educational goals and philosophies of our school community. Moreover they will be fully committed to continuously learning improving reflecting and working together to ensure that all students achieve at high levels.

Please note that this position is currently funded for the 2025-2026 school year with the possibility to extend based on continued funding.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare for convene and chair all 504 team meetings for CRLS students
• Write all CRLS 504 plans whether they are an initial annual review or re-evaluation
• Serve as the CRLS College Board SSD Coordinator
• Follow up with classroom teachers and families in cases of reports of non-compliance.
• Coordinate participation of team members in 504 plan meetings and implementation including but not limited to classroom teachers general education social workers school counselors and Learning Community Deans
• Ensure fidelity to district practices procedures and policy as related to 504 plans
• Provide professional development and support and communicate regularly with CHA nurses related services school psychologists general educators/support staff as they relate to Section 504 processes
• If necessary complete academic and cognitive testing for initial or 504 reevaluations
• Monitor and support classroom teachers in compliance with theof the provision of accommodations and services and equipment.
• Connect staff with specialized support staff when needed: Perkins Assistive Tech Hearing Behavior Specialist Adaptive PE
• Work closely with SEPAC parent liaisons and other district offices to ensure students and their families are connected to resources and information
• Maintain shared Google drive with CPS Coordinator of 504s.
• Support teams with gathering necessary information for Evacuation planning Health Plans (IHP) Emergency Action Plans Safety Plans transition from BRYT
• Provide training for general education staff around disability awareness behavioral and teaching strategies and accommodations
• Communicate with CRLS families and students gather feedback on processes and improve access to information about Section 504
• Work closely with district social workers outside healthcare and mental health providers as needed
• Ensure FERPA and HIPAA compliance is met
• Coordinate annual transition meetings from CPS grade 8 to CRLS grade 9
• Attend regular professional development and stay up-to-date with state and federal regulation changes
• Receive any incoming private school learning plans and determine next steps as appropriate for CRLS
• Other duties as assigned

Your Skill Set:
As the incoming Teacher in Charge 504 you will possess many though perhaps not all of the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Understanding of and experience with Section 504 504 plans and accommodated learning.
• Previous experience working with adolescents. Teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with a multicultural student population in an urban school setting.
• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree strongly preferred.
• Massachusetts DESE Certification: School Psychologist required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills alongside the ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with a diverse staff and student body.
• A strong work ethic alongside a commitment to doing whatever it takes for students to excel.
• Possess and demonstrate exemplary counseling and communication skills.
• Organized and systematic when it comes to compliance and liaising between school students and families
• Demonstrate appropriate ethical behavior and professional conduct in the fulfillment of role and responsibilities.

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race color ancestry national origin religion age gender marital/domestic partner status sexual orientation gender identity disability status and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.