Overview

Hyde Park, Massachusetts, United StatesPosition Title: Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher () Match Charter Public School is a free, high-performing charter public school in Boston. We are a PreK-12 school serving up to 1,250 students. Our mission is to prepare studentsparticularly multilingual learners and those who would be the first in their families to earn a college degreefor success in college and careers in order to achieve economic security and mobility. Students gain acceptance to our schools via an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents. Our families bring amazing racial and cultural diversity to the school communitythey represent over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken at home. 98% of our students are people of color. Our students bring a diversity of needs to our school, and we are prepared to serve them: 23% of our students qualify for special education services; 19% of our student body are English Language Learners. Matchs core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are working to reframe our organizational processes and policies to be truly anti-racist. At Match, we believe that three aspects of our work and organizationa staff that is diverse by race and other factors, a professional environment that is inclusive of all perspectives, and a curriculum in our PreK-12 school that is culturally competentare vital to our goals and mission. Position: Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher () Location: Boston, MA Start date: August 1, 2026 ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Match is accepting applications for a Lower Elementary Special Education Teacher (K-2nd) for the school year. This position is based at Match Community Day, 100 Poydras St. in Hyde Park, MA. The compensation for Match teaching positions ranges from $61,812-$98,899 and is based on a candidates prior years of teaching experience. Match offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 90% coverage of health insurance costs and student loan repayment assistance. PM20 OVERVIEW OF ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES We make it a high priority to effectively support students with disabilities at Match. Approximately 20% of Match students are on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The Elementary School Special Education Teacher provides instruction and support to students with IEPs. The Elementary School Special Education Teacher reports to the Special Education Director and is responsible for: Providing inclusion support and instruction in regular education classes containing IEP students, and when absolutely necessary, teaching separate classes. Helping to manage the schools Special Education programing including, but not limited to: completion of necessary paperwork and filing, teacher professional development, management of parent and student communication, administration of student testing/screening, and upholding of applicable Department of Elementary and Secondary Education compliance requirements. Upholding high academic and behavioral expectations for students, and provide lots of support for getting students there; Participating actively in Matchs coaching and professional development programming; Assisting with school programming as needed during non-instructional time; and Serving as a positive and collaborative member of the Match Charter Public School community QUALIFICATIONS Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they dont believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. Our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants who: Have a bachelors degree; have at least two years of full-time experience as classroom or special education teacher, preferably in an urban education setting; meet teach