High School Science Teacher

High School Science Teracher RFK Community Alliance has an exciting

opportunity for a full-time Science Teacher to join our team in

Springfield, MA! \$2,500 Sign-On Incentive This 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 RFK Academy 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. Qualifications Bachelor?s Degree required;

Master?s Degree preferred MA teaching certification in Science or

Moderate Disabilities Valid Massachusetts driver?s license 40 hours per

week: Monday - Friday, days; 12-month benefited position Who We Are

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 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, RFK Academy creates

individualized learning opportunities while establishing a community of

learners among students for whom connections to school have often been a

challenge. Who You Are You 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)