Special Education Teacher, Middle School

Special Education Teacher, Middle School Campus

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School:
Student Services - Cambridge, Massachusetts

Job : 5271125
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 07, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 20, 2025

Who Are We? Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a highly successful urban PK-12 public school located in Somerville and Cambridge. We enroll over 1,100 students from cities and towns throughout the greater Boston metro area. Our inclusive and restorative school celebrates and serves a diverse community – with 87% BIPOC, 27% ELL, and 16% of our students qualifying for special education services.

Our mission is to prepare all students for success in college, foster responsible citizenship, and inspire a lifelong love of learning – as we believe academic achievement opens doors and creates opportunities for our students. We center the values of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work. Our approach to instruction is founded on culturally sustaining, inquiry-based, and student-centered practices.

To invest in the growth of our educators, we offer comprehensive professional development, instructional coaching, and mentorship. Our campuses foster a collaborative team environment with extraordinary educators who are committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and professional growth.

What does a Special Education Teacher at Prospect Hill do? The Special Education Teacher ensures that all students receive a Free, Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in accordance with IDEA.

• Design and implement high quality instruction to students with a variety of mild to moderate learning disabilities.
• Administer, interpret and report on standardized evaluations and informal assessments.
• Utilize assessment data to monitor student progress, develop Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and inform instruction.
• Attend and participate in IEP Team Meetings (annual, initial, 3‑year re‑evaluation, interim).
• Collaborate with general education colleagues and members of the multi‑disciplinary team to monitor IEP implementation and service delivery.
• Facilitate an inclusive model of special education within the PHA community (provide resources, model best practices, disseminate strategies).
• Adapt curriculum and materials in accordance with the principles of Universal Design.
• Utilize instructional and assistive technology for students, as needed.
• Provide explicit instruction in meta‑cognitive and executive functioning skills (time management, organization, self‑advocacy).
• Participate in professional development that is specific to the mission of PHA and responsive to the needs of our student population.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents and colleagues.
• Adhere strictly to timelines for the completion and submission of all required paperwork.
• Supervise special education associate teachers (as needed).

• Fulfill non‑instructional duties as assigned by the building director (morning supervision, advisory, bus duty).
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times (attendance, punctuality, dress, written and oral communication).
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Student Services and/or the building Principal.

What Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences are needed for this role?

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Current Massachusetts licensure in Special Education (Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities, K‑8 or 5‑12).
• Additional Massachusetts licensure in content area, if applicable.
• Comprehensive understanding of state and federal regulations pertaining to Special Education.
• Commitment to Prospect Hill Academy’s educational mission and values.
• Commitment to and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds with diverse profiles.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a dedicated staff and involved parent body.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Flexibility, collaboration and a growth mindset.
• Ability to multi‑task and perform a range of instructional and administrative duties.
• Attention to detail.

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