Special Education Teacher - Therapeutic program SY

Position: Special Education Teacher - Therapeutic program [SY26-27]
Overview of the Malden Public Schools:
The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden's student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy.

MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. Join our team!

Therapeutic Program:
The Malden Public School RISE Program is designed for students diagnosed with an Emotional Disability and focuses on teaching students evidence-based behavioral and emotional regulation, problem-solving and coping skills to manage intense feelings throughout the school-day. Through a combination of behavioral health clinical interventions and special education instruction, this program focuses on Social-Emotional Learning to help students prepare for their next educational environment.

Qualifications:

DESE licensed in Moderate Disabilitites Grades 5-12 and/or Severe Disabilities (All Levels), SEI Teacher endorsement required

Reports to:

Building Principals

Commensurate with Malden Public Schools' teacher salary (Unit

A) schedule - linked here

SY26-27 Calendar - linked here

To Apply:

Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via School Spring