High School Special Education Teacher (Math Focus)
Company: Argosy Collegiate Charter School
Location: Fall River
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Argosy Collegiate Charter School
(ACCS) proudly provides a tuition free, college preparatory, small
school environment for scholars to grow, learn, and develop
collegiate dispositions and capacities. We offer a wall-to-wall
early college program open to all learners and focused on
transforming college and career readiness for our scholars. The
Special Education Teacher requires a multi-talented, flexible,
creative individual committed to Argosy scholars success to and
through college. The Special Education Teacher has knowledge and
experience helping scholars with disabilities find academic
success, and requires a lens for both immediate scholar needs as
well as working with scholars as they prepare for post-secondary
success. The Special Education Teacher uses his/her knowledge of
compliance to develop accommodations and modifications necessary
for scholars to access curriculum. The Special Education Teacher
prepares for and participates in IEP team meetings. He/She works
with the Special Education Team Chair, the Director of Student
Support, and school administration to ensure an effective, 100%
compliant, and responsive special education department for Argosy
Collegiate Charter School. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Teaching
experience preferred in an urban or charter school setting with
proven track record for closing the achievement gap; 3 years of
work experience in education (preferred) Bachelor’s degree in
education or content area (required) or Master’s degree in
education or related fields (preferred) Completion of the required
MTELs per DESE requirements SEI endorsement by the end of the first
year of employment Knowledge of special education compliance
Experience accommodating and modifying curriculum to allow
curriculum access Experience working on teams and collaborating
with professionals Knowledge of state and federal compliance
regulations ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Special Education teachers
are critical members of the grade level teaching team, working in
inclusion and pull-out instructional contexts. Special Education
teachers responsibilities are centered on providing effective
accommodations and modifications to the general education
curriculum to ensure access and achievement for scholars on an
Individual Education Plan (IEP). Essential responsibilities include
but are not limited to: Academic Achievement Create and execute
rigorous daily lesson plans that align to MA Common Core Frameworks
and support scholars toward high levels of academic achievement in
co-taught inclusion settings and small group targeted instruction.
Utilize a range of data sources to drive instruction, plan for
supports and interventions, and develop responsive lesson plans.
Use a variety of informal and formal assessment methods, including
common interim assessments, to measure students’ learning, growth,
and progress toward achieving state/local standards. Provide varied
and differentiated instruction to meet scholars where they are and
challenge and motivate them to meet their full potential. This
includes innovative use of co-teaching models with general
education and English language teachers. Develop comprehensive
Individual Education Plans that include clear, measurable goals and
creatively meet the unique needs of each scholar. Effectively
communicate and collaborate with scholars, families, and colleagues
in ways that exemplify the Argosy Collegiate DREAM values. Family
and Community Engagement Engage with families in a way that is
culturally responsive and collaborative to ensure that all families
are welcome and can contribute to the classroom, school, and
community’s effectiveness; work with staff to identify and remove
barriers to families’ involvement, including but not limited to
families with limited access to technology, and families whose home
language is not English. Establish ongoing relationships with
community organizations, community members, and businesses either
individually or through district initiatives and partnerships;
engage them to maximize community contributions for school
effectiveness. Support educators to identify each student’s
academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs, including
students with disabilities and English learners, and collaborate
with families to address student needs, utilizing resources within
and outside of the school. Support families in understanding
district and school-based policies and resources that ensure
student learning and achievement through the IEP process. Set clear
expectations for and provide appropriate supports to educators
regarding regular, two-way, culturally proficient communication
with families; ensure that all communication with families
demonstrates understanding of and respect for different home
languages, culture, and values Respond to families as concerns
arise in a timely and effective manner, and support educators to do
the same; work to reach equitable solutions in the best interest of
students and articulate rationale for decisions made. Chair
supportive, productive, efficient IEP meetings focused on the
unique needs of each scholar. In collaboration with the Principal,
ensure that Individual Education Plans are sent out to parents
according to regulations. School Culture Create a positive, warm,
and achievement-oriented environment based on high expectations
that engages, encourages, and motivates scholars to own their own
learning, behaviors, and choices. Hold all scholars to a high bar
of excellence, integrity, and accountability Work with school
leadership to ensure discipline policies, systems and routines, and
classroom management expectations are consistently and effectively
enacted. Professional Culture Effectively communicate with
scholars, families, and colleagues in ways that exemplify the DREAM
values. Consistently fulfill all professional responsibilities,
including punctuality and reliability, and adhere to district
attendance policies; submit deliverables in a timely fashion.
Attend and actively engage in all professional development,
data-analysis, and planning meetings Demonstrate a reflective and
solutions-oriented disposition during problem-solving
opportunities, collaboration with colleagues, team leaders, and
school leadership to improve instructional, cultural, and
leadership systems and structures. Engage in a continuous cycle of
feedback and improvement regarding instruction, planning, and
classroom culture. Demonstrate sound, professional judgment, adhere
to school and/or district’s existing code of ethics, and protect
student, family, and staff confidentiality. Desired Skills and
Characteristics Alignment with Argosy Collegiate’s mission and
vision for college and career readiness and success for all
scholars. Ability to think critically, problem-solve, backward
plan, analyze and use data, and prioritize the needs of scholars
System-oriented and yet flexible and responsive to the needs of
scholars and the organization Strong organization and professional
communication skills Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &
Vision) Retirement Plan (MTRS, 403(B)) Tuition Reimbursement
($2,000 Annually) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term
Disability Training & Development Wellness Resources Longevity and
Performance Bonuses Salary Range: $52,000 - $105,000
Keywords: Argosy Collegiate Charter School, Springfield , High School Special Education Teacher (Math Focus), Education / Teaching , Fall River, Massachusetts