High School History Teacher andor Secondary Special Education Teacher

RFK Community Alliance has an exciting opportunity for a full-time High School History Teacher and or Secondary Special Education Teacher to join our team in Springfield MA! $2500 Sign-On IncentiveThis position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1500 after 12 months. Who We Seek Robert F. Kennedy Academy is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse abilities and disabilities including those in the emotional psychiatric and learning realms. The schools 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 RFK Academy creates individualized learning opportunities and accommodation while establishing a community of learners among students for whom connections to school have often been a challenge. The History Teacher plans and delivers thoughtful lessons with skill support and social-emotional and self-regulation learning opportunities represented within the curriculum. The History Teacher will be a contributing member of the educational team in both school- and community-based environments. The History 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 and implements an engaging high school curriculum that utilizes current pedagogical best practices including student-centered learning activities and project-based learningCreates and leads at least one experiential elective course per semester based on personal interests and the interests of studentsWorks collaboratively with the Educational Coordinator to develop skill-based IEP goals and complete quarterly IEP progress notesBuilds strong relationships with students in a therapeutic setting aligned to the principles of Trauma-Informed Care and the Behavior Support System protocols overseen by the Clinical CoordinatorWorks with a dynamic educational and support team to develop all-school special events such as poetry slams trivia day spirit week fashion week etcAssists as needed in the school transition program working with students to develop functional academic skills for their post-secondary opportunitiesAttends supervision daily morning and afternoon meetings and weekly teacher-team meetings in order to develop as an educator and best serve the evolving needs of our student populationManages a classroom that meets the students needs for safety routines and protocols educational growth and social/emotional in orientation in-service training monthly Professional Development meetings and assigned external training with ongoing development supported by a supervisor and the administrative Degree required; Masters Degree preferredMA teaching certification in History or Moderate Disabilities (5-12) is Massachusetts drivers licenseShifts40 hours per week: Monday Friday days; 12-month benefited position Who We Are RFK Community Alliance provides high-quality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multi-service agency we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve their families schools and other community partners to develop a network of support. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strength determination and resilience. How We Promote Equity Cultivate Leaders and Grow Together At RFK Community Alliance were dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesnt happen by accident its by design. Together we are the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. Which is why were 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 were creating here at RFK Community Alliance and were here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one. Why Youll Love Us In addition to being a part of a supportive team we offer amazing employee benefits including: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Generous paid time off Holiday Pay Educational Assistance Employer paid life insurance Employer paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Retirement Plan with generous employer match Tuition Reimbursement Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program $2500 Sign-On Incentive! This position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance Sign-On Incentive in the amount of $2500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1500 after 12 months. To apply for this position please click on High School History Teacher and/ or Secondary Special education. RFKCA offers a compassionate inclusive company culture and excellent work environment. RFKCA is deeply committed to the principles of equity diversity and inclusiveness. We do not discriminate based on race color creed national origin religion age gender identity sexual orientation physical or mental disability. EOE/AA Keywords:Direct Support Professional DSP Mental Health Worker Youth Counselor Direct Care Group Home Residential Care Human Services Personal Care Assistant Home Health Aide Relief Staff RFK