Make a Difference as a Special Education Teacher!
Are you ready to impact the lives of neurodiverse adolescents? Join us at the Ivy Street School, a year-round private residential special education school in Brookline, MA. We are committed to advancing equity and access for young people with disabilities, serving students aged 13-22. Our mission is to support the whole child through a collaborative and innovative approach that understands each student's unique needs.
Why Ivy Street?
- We believe every student is exceptional. Our dedicated team creates a thriving environment where students excel academically, socially, and emotionally.
- We focus on immediate needs while preparing students for successful transitions into adulthood and independent living.
- Our classrooms extend beyond four walls—we use Boston as a second classroom to provide real-world learning experiences.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a passionate and innovative Special Education Teacher to join our dynamic team! If you are an experienced educator with a creative and flexible approach, we want to hear from you. In this role, you will build meaningful relationships with students and develop customized curricula to meet diverse learning needs. You’ll collaborate with an Education Counselor in a classroom of 6-8 students or co-teach in a classroom of 14. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing engaging lessons tailored to individual IEP goals and learning styles.
- Implementing Project-Based Learning that caters to diverse needs.
- Developing and presenting IEP goals at annual meetings.
- Conducting ongoing assessments to inform instructional planning.
- Utilizing Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for effective classroom management.
- Leading collaborative meetings to enhance student, classroom, and family engagement.
- Maintaining regular communication with families about student progress.
- Working with a multidisciplinary team to address additional support needs.
Our Commitment:
At Ivy Street, we prioritize trauma-informed care, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, and Restorative Justice practices to foster positive behavior and character growth. We are also committed to diversity and inclusion and seek team members who share this vision.
What We Offer:
- Competitive benefits package, including generous paid time off, health, vision and dental insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plan, and employee discounts.
- Free on-site parking and meals provided during your shift by our culinary team.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment where you can grow alongside an expert multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field.
- Valid Special Education license (Moderate Disabilities 5-12).
- Experience with neurodiverse students and transition-based curriculum preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to undergo a background check and drug/alcohol testing prior to hire.
- CPR and First Aid certification required (training provided upon hire).
At MAB Community Services, we celebrate diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are excited about creating impactful learning experiences and want to be part of a community dedicated to equity and inclusion, we invite you to apply!