High School Teacher Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts

JOB SUMMARY:

South Shore Charter Public School (SSCPS) is a diverse kindergarten through grade twelve free public charter school that serves 1,075 students. Our mission, Inspiring every student to excel in academics, service, and life, guides all we do as an educational institution. Our students come from over thirty-one communities along the South Shore; the top five districts our students come to us from are Weymouth, Brockton, Randolph, Rockland, and Abington. Here at SSCPS we know that students learn through a variety of modalities. These ways of learning are how our highly qualified teachers deliver instructional and support services to help students achieve the highest level of success in school. Our Learning Services Department provides a continuum of services that adapts to ensure that students have their learning needs met each day. Although no single model of special education can meet the needs of all students, our program has seen the highest level of student achievement through the inclusion model. The SSCPS inclusion model may be enhanced with pull-out services and small class instruction for students deemed to require these practices at certain points in their education. The range of special education services and related service options available to SSCPS students is extensive.

Reports to:

- Director of Student Services
- HS Special Education Coordinator
- Principal

Full Time Status = 100% FTE = 40 hours per week

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Support the diversity of the student population through cultural and family engagement and the inclusion of diverse learners throughout the school.
- Support the philosophy and mission of the school.
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of students learning style, curriculum modification, differentiated instruction, and universal design for learning.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to see all students as part of a single team and values the importance of cultivation of school culture and respectful interactions.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

- Works towards self-improvement and advancement.
- Meets all requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regarding credentials for teachers of students with disabilities in a Massachusetts public charter school.
- Learning Services (LS) teachers are expected to meet the professional expectations as outlined in the Personnel policy and appointment letter.
- Learning Services teachers are expected to review, understand, and implement the Learning Services Policy and Procedure manual.

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Attendance is expected as requested of the following:
- Faculty meetings
- Level/department meetings
- IEP/504 meetings
- Parent teacher conferences
- School sponsored professional development

LS teachers are expected to engage in other supervisory duties as requested by the Level Coordinator or Administrative Team. LS teachers aid in the supervision of students at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A LEARNING SERVICES LIAISON

The learning services department at South Shore Charter School is committed to providing the best possible educational environment for all students. As a policy, each child on an Individual Education Program is assigned a Learning Services (LS) Liaison. Below is a list of the responsibilities of a LS Liaison:
- Share and review the current IEP with any general education teachers, teachers of specials or any other educational personnel that work with the student.
- Provide updates to current IEP as needed.
- Act as a point person for other educational personnel to go to for questions and concerns.
- Chair annual review team meetings for student.
- Complete any educational testing for student.
- Attend three-year reevaluation meetings and assist School Psychologist or Director of Student Services in chairing the meeting.
- Inputting IEPs, and all supporting documentation.
- Monitoring the completion of goals and additional information inputted by other service providers.
- Share the responsibility with the Director of Student Services in providing guidance to 1:1 aides. Liaison will guide the aide in terms of what they should be doing in class (i.e., data collection, behavior plans, academic support).
- Monitor implementation of IEP. This includes:
- Checking regularly that students are receiving necessary accommodations & modifications.
- Working with other LS providers to monitor use of technology or tools outlined in students IEP.
- Keeping data to accurately respond to students goals.
- Completing progress reports.
- Communicating with parents of students as needed. This includes but is not limited to:
- Weekly check-ins (per IEP).
- Responding to questions or concerns.
- Daily behavior or communication logs (per IEP).
- Monitoring progress of students grades. Keeping track of how they are doing academically and behaviorally.

SSCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

SSCPS seeks highly qualified faculty and staff to join our growing school community. At SSCPS we seek to hire talented individuals with varied backgrounds and experience who are interested in working and learning in a diverse and unique educational institution.

The salary range for teachers new to SSCPS is $56,059-102,687 and is determined by the candidates prior years of full-time teaching experience. SSCPS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 65% of the cost of an employer sponsored health insurance plan
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Flexible Spending medical and dependent care plans
- 50% of the cost of an employer sponsored dental plan
- 100% of the cost of an employer short and long term disability plan
- Voluntary life, vision, and 403B plans
- Up to $2,000 annual tuition reimbursement
- $200 classroom supply and materials stipends
- Up to $300 per year in professional development reimbursement