High School Science Teacher and/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 Science Teacher to join our team in Springfield, MA. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who believes every student has the ability to learn, grow, and succeed when provided with the right support. As a member of our educational team, you will create meaningful learning experiences while supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development within a collaborative, therapeutic school environment. Why Join RFK Academy RFK Academy is a state-approved therapeutic day school serving students ages 10–22 with diverse abilities and unique needs, including social, emotional, and learning challenges. Our individualized approach combines education and clinical support to help students build confidence, strengthen skills, and achieve meaningful milestones, including graduation, successful transitions to post-secondary education or vocational opportunities, and reintegration into public school settings. As a Science Teacher, you will play a vital role in developing engaging, differentiated instruction that allows students to access the academic program while building curiosity, critical thinking skills, and confidence. Working closely with educators, clinicians, and support staff, you will help create a safe, structured, and supportive classroom environment where students can thrive. Your Impact at RFK Academy As a valued member of our educational team, you will:
Who You Are You are an educator who leads with compassion, creativity, and professionalism. You value collaboration and believe that strong relationships are essential to helping students overcome challenges and achieve success. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Who We Are RFK Academy, part of RFK Community Alliance, is a therapeutic day school that provides educational and clinical services to students with diverse abilities and unique needs, including social, emotional, and learning challenges. Through individualized learning opportunities, therapeutic supports, and a strong sense of community, RFK Academy helps students build the skills, confidence, and connections needed to reach their goals. Small by design, RFK Academy creates a supportive community where students can reconnect with learning, develop meaningful relationships, and achieve success in school and beyond. 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 To apply for this position please click on High School Science 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 |