Teacher - Moderate Disabilities​/Applied Behavior Analysis; ABA), Gr. K-6; Long Term Substitute

This is a long-term subposition expected to start as soon as possible and end on 06/30/2026. Substitutes are hired as per diem subs and begin at the per diem rate of pay. For further information about becoming a BPS sub, please refer to our website (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Special Education Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Teacher with an SEI Endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap among subgroups.

• Implement district learning goals and objectives, in alignment with state frameworks, having familiarity in identifying access points for student portfolio development.
• Provide small‑group instruction to students diagnosed with from moderate to severe cognitive delays to ensure understanding and progress in the general curriculum.
• Write and implement goals and objectives consistent with student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide timely and regular progress reports on student development.
• Provide needed accommodations for student learning and testing when required. If needed, develop and implement curriculum, and collect and analyze student work in preparation for MCAS Alternative Assessment to assure progress and development.
• Collaborate as a team member within the school building in supporting other staff members to respond to student needs for modification.
• Provide assistance for students transitioning to adult living services where appropriate.

• Accountability for Student Achievement
• Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort.
• Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks.
• Passionate and optimistic about students, content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge: demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires; demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real‑world settings and connects to other content areas and relevant standards; can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction: scaffolds and differentiates instruction so all students can do complex thinking and rigorous academic work; uses instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation; builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community.
• Cultural Proficiency: actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent/Family Engagement: engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning; seeks to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Moderate Disabilities for the appropriate grade level.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Degree in Special…