Gr K2 Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate at Codman Academy Charter School

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

110444.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Early Childhood Education, Moderate Disabilities, Inclusion, SEI Endorsement, EL Education Curriculum, Illustrative Mathematics, Inquiry-Based Learning, Play-Centered Learning, Differentiated Instruction, Universal Design For Learning, Social-Emotional Learning, IEP Implementation, English Language Learners Support, Restorative Practices, Collaboration, Coaching Cycles

Industry

Education Management

Description

Job Title: Teacher - Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion, Gr K2 (SEI Endorsement Required) Supervisor: Principal/Designee Start Date: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 Position Type: Full-Time, 11 Months Hours: School Hours. Supervisor will review specific arrival and departure times. Compensation: Codman Academy Charter Public School follows a compensation scale based on years of direct experience. 1 year experience starts at $60,000, with 16 years direct experience starting at $110,444 annually. POSITION OVERVIEW Codman Academy Charter Public School seeks a K2 Early Childhood and Moderate Disabilities/Inclusion Teacher to provide an engaging, developmentally appropriate, and inclusive educational experience for all students. This role incorporates the EL Education curriculum for literacy and Illustrative Mathematics (IM) curriculum for numeracy, emphasizing inquiry-based, hands-on, and play-centered learning. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that supports English Language Learners (ELLs) and students with disabilities, ensuring all children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. An SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) endorsement is required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION * Implement the EL Education curriculum to develop students' early literacy skills through interactive read-alouds, structured discussions, and phonemic awareness activities. * Utilize the Illustrative Mathematics (IM) curriculum to foster problem-solving, number sense, and mathematical reasoning through hands-on exploration. * Use a student-centered, play-based approach to promote cognitive, language, motor, and social development. * Differentiate instruction using universal design for learning (UDL) strategies and scaffolded supports to meet the needs of all learners. * Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies to build students’ self-regulation, collaboration, and independence. STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & INCLUSION * Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a growth mindset. * Implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and provide accommodations and modifications to support students with moderate disabilities. * Support English Language Learners (ELLs) with language-rich instruction and interactive learning strategies to promote vocabulary and oral language development. * Utilize restorative practices and positive behavior interventions to maintain a safe and welcoming learning space. COLLABORATION & SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT * Work closely with special education teachers, EL specialists, and interventionists to provide comprehensive student support. * Maintain ongoing communication with families through conferences, progress updates, and engagement opportunities. * Participate in professional development, coaching cycles, and EL Education’s expeditionary learning model to enhance instructional practices. * Contribute to school-wide initiatives and actively collaborate with colleagues to promote a rigorous and joyful learning environment. Qualifications & Experience REQUIRED: * Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred). * Massachusetts teaching certification in Early Childhood Education (PreK-2) and Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8). * SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) Endorsement required. * Experience teaching in an inclusive early childhood setting. * Strong knowledge of early childhood development, play-based learning, and literacy and math instruction. * Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor. PREFERRED: * Experience implementing the EL Education and Illustrative Mathematics (IM) curriculum. * Background in supporting ELLs and students with disabilities in an inclusion setting. * Familiarity with expeditionary learning, project-based learning, and hands-on instructional methods. * Strong collaboration and communication skills with families and colleagues. WHY JOIN CODMAN ACADEMY? Codman Academy is a mission-driven charter school dedicated to rigorous academics, character development, and experiential learning. As a K2 Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in building foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills that set students up for long-term success. APPLICATION PROCESS Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references detailing their experience and outlining their qualifications and commitment to Codman Academy’s mission.

Responsibilities

The teacher will implement the EL Education and Illustrative Mathematics curricula using inquiry-based, play-centered methods to provide developmentally appropriate and inclusive instruction for K2 students. Key duties include differentiating instruction, supporting English Language Learners and students with moderate disabilities via IEP implementation, and fostering social-emotional growth.