High School Math Teacher and/or Secondary Special Education Teacher

RFK Academy

Springfield, Missouri

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Background, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Employee Assistance Plan, Life Insurance, Mathematics, Organizational Skills, Plan Meetings, Safety/Work Safety, Secondary School, Special Education, Student Conduct, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Springfield, Missouri
POSTED
25 days ago
High School Math Teacher or Secondary Special Education Teacher
 
Pay Range: $70,000–$80,000 per year
 
RFK Academy, part of RFK Community Alliance, is seeking a passionate and dedicated High School Math Teacher or Secondary Special Education Teacher to join our team in Springfield, MA.
 
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while working alongside a collaborative team of educators and clinicians in a supportive, therapeutic learning environment.
 
Why Join RFK Academy
RFK Academy is a state-approved special education day school serving students ages 10–22 with diverse abilities and unique needs, including social, emotional, and learning challenges. Our mission is to provide individualized, trauma-informed education that empowers students to achieve academic success, develop life skills, and build confidence for the future.
 
As a Math Teacher, you will play an essential role in delivering engaging, differentiated instruction while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support each student's academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth. You will help create a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
 
Key Responsibilities
As a valued member of our educational team, you will:
  • Develop and deliver differentiated mathematics instruction aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core Standards.
  • Create a safe, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic achievement, emotional growth, and positive student engagement.
  • Assess students' strengths and educational needs using both formal and informal assessments.
  • Develop instructional plans and support Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals in collaboration with the Education Coordinator and multidisciplinary team.
  • Provide individualized and small-group instruction that helps students meet both curriculum expectations and personalized learning goals.
  • Participate in TEAM meetings, treatment team meetings, and collaborative planning sessions.
  • Implement the school's Behavior Management System with consistency and professionalism.
  • Foster positive relationships with students while serving as a supportive adult role model.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, teaching assistants, families, and community partners to promote student success.
  • Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and teacher team meetings.
  • Perform additional responsibilities that support program quality, safety, and continuity.
Who You Are
You are an educator who leads with compassion, patience, and creativity. You believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping young people reach their full potential.
 
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Massachusetts teaching certification in Mathematics (5–12) or Moderate Disabilities (5–12) preferred.
  • Candidates applying as a Secondary Special Education Teacher with a science background are encouraged to apply.
  • Experience working with students with diverse learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs is preferred.
Schedule
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Monday–Friday
  • 12-month benefited position
How We Promote Equity, Cultivate Leaders, and Grow Together 
At RFK Community Alliance, we’re dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesn’t happen by accident, it’s by design. Together we are the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. Which is why we’re committed to honoring, celebrating, and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team, in our clientele and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value, respect, and support all types of diversity across all identities including, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, gender, LGBTQIA, age religion and abilities. We take responsibility for the community we’re creating here at RFK Community Alliance, and we’re here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one. 
 
Why You’ll Love Us 
In addition to being a part of a supportive team, we offer amazing employee benefits, including: 
 
•Health Insurance 
•Dental Insurance 
•Vision Insurance 
•Generous paid time off 
•Holiday Pay 
•Educational Assistance 
•Employer paid life insurance 
•Employer paid Short- & Long-Term Disability 
•Retirement Plan with generous employer match 
•Tuition Reimbursement 
•Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program  
 
High School Math Teacher and/ or Secondary Special Education Teacher. RFKCA offers a compassionate, inclusive company culture and excellent work environment. RFKCA is deeply committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusiveness. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. EOE/AA
 
Keywords:
SPED, Special Education, Teacher, Teaching, IEP, Special need, Learning disabilities, Curriculum development, , Lesson planning, Education
 

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