MS Dean of Special Education; Maternity Coverage

Dean of Instructional Supports & Services (Middle School - Maternity Coverage) Ideal Candidate

At Boston Prep, we believe that every educator has the power to make a difference in the lives of our students. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued.

As a teacher with us, you will have the opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation, while also making a meaningful impact on your own career. You embody the mindset that "kids do well if we believe they can".

We recognize that representation matters, and we strive to ensure that our students see themselves reflected in their teachers and leaders. We believe that a team of diverse leaders and teaching staff enhances our students' educational experience and fosters a deeper sense of belonging.

We are committed to providing our educators with the coaching and resources they need to thrive. We offer ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community.

• Manage, develop, and evaluate an exceptional team of special education teachers and paraprofessionals for students with disabilities in an inclusion and partial inclusion setting
• Meet regularly with special educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers to collaborate care for students and provide coaching and support
• Regularly observe special educators and paraprofessionals
• Provide formal and informal written feedback of instruction, pull‑out and push‑in support sessions, co‑teaching partnerships and materials, accommodations and modifications, and IEP and progress notes feedback and edits
• Collaborate with the Middle School Leadership Team, content Department Chairs, and the Culture Team to ensure students are successful academically and behaviorally within the school setting
• Collaborate with the Culture team and coordinate support for students with disabilities who are placed on a long‑term suspension or expulsion, including creating their educational plan, service delivery, weekly status reports to families and staff, and re‑entry meetings
• Meet regularly with the Middle School Leadership Team to plan weekly professional development and implement whole staff initiatives
• Collaborate with general education teachers to ensure students IEPs and 504 plans are being implemented
• Oversee all aspects of the partial inclusion program, including scheduling, curriculum development, and instructional practices, in partnership with the Senior Director of Special Education and Related Services, 6‑12
• Coordinate and lead professional development in partnership with the Senior Director of Special Education and Related Services, 6‑12
• Communicate the philosophy that all students, regardless of disability, should be given the opportunity to succeed at the same level as their peers and should be fully expected to do so

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for students with disabilities in the inclusion and partial inclusion settings
• Help to manage the pre‑referral and referral process for students not yet identified as having a disability
• Help to coordinate evaluations necessary for initial or re‑evaluations for special education services
• Write or collaborate on writing and editing of IEPs and 504 plans for students who receive support services
• Chair Team meetings and train others on facilitation practices, in partnership with the Compliance Manager
• Oversee provision of services for all students with disabilities
• Partner with the Middle School Leadership Team to ensure all state and district testing accommodations and other requirements are met for students with disabilities

• Communicating frequently with students, families, and school leaders around academic and behavioral progress
• Attending occasional…