Teacher - Dual Language ASL Deaf​/Hard-of-Hearing, Gr. K-12; SY

This position is located in an ASL/English dual language school. Candidates must be bilingual and bi‑literate in ASL and English.

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Special Education Teacher of the Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing who is highly qualified and knowledgeable. The role is a part of the BPS community of teachers, learners, and leaders committed to high expectations, equal access, academic proficiency, and closing achievement gaps.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of Schools

Teach Special Education of the Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing.

• Accountability for Student Achievement (II‑A‑1. Quality of Effort and Work, II‑D‑2. High Expectations, I‑B‑2. Adjustments to Practice)
  • 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 and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to achieve goals despite setbacks.
  • Passionate and optimistic about students, content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge (I‑A‑1. Subject Matter Knowledge, I‑A‑4. Well‑Structured Lessons)
  • Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the required pedagogy.
  • Shows how the subject matter applies in real‑world settings, connects to other content areas, and aligns with standards.
  • Conveys content in creative and engaging ways that align with standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction (II‑A‑3. Meeting Diverse Needs, II‑A‑2. Student Engagement, II‑B‑1. Safe Learning Environment)
  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction for complex thinking and rigorous academic work.
  • Uses instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students while ensuring equitable participation.
  • Builds a productive learning environment where every student is valued as part of the class community.
• Cultural Proficiency (II‑C‑1. Respects Differences, II‑C‑2. Maintains a Respectful Environment)
  • Creates and maintains an environment that respects students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges.
• Parent/Family Engagement (III‑A‑1. Parent/Family Engagement)
  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration (IV‑A‑1. Reflective Practice, IV‑C‑1. Professional Collaboration)
  • Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self‑awareness and commitment to continuous learning.
  • Participates in and contributes to a collaborative adult learning community.

• Education:
  
  Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Deaf and Hard‑of‑Hearing (All Levels).
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified according to NCLB.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by Boston Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – must possess by first day of employment.

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Fluency in one of BPS’s official languages:
  Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
• Preferred certification in Moderate Disabilities or English as a Second Language (at appropriate grade levels) for core content teachers.

BTU, Group I

Salaries are listed by unions and grade/step on the BPS website.

School start and end times vary, as do lengths of the school day. Some schools offer a longer day through the “Schedule A” Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

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