(2026-2027) Math Special Education Teacher - Grades 6-8

About Alma Alma del Mar is a K-8 charter school whose mission is to put every one of our scholars on the path to college and to challenge them to be service-minded leaders. We do this by immersing our scholars in a highly demanding, highly supportive environment where they receive a content–rich education. As an Expeditionary Learning school, Alma brings to life a three dimensional vision of student achievement that includes mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high-quality student work. We’re located in New Bedford, Massachusetts a beautiful coastal city known for its history as the heart of the whaling industry and as a central hub of the abolitionist movement. Alma gets results for kids. Alma scholars not only outperform their district peers on MCAS, they often outperform their peers in the surrounding suburbs. In some areas, our scholar achievement now matches some of the highest performing schools in the Commonwealth. We have been nationally recognized for our work with English Language Learners. Math Specialist Role As a Specialist you will plan and teach highly effective interventions both within and outside the general education classroom. You will serve students with IEPs requiring math support. You will work closely with other teachers in your curriculum area and the academic support team to design instruction that furthers every scholar’s learning. You will develop high leverage relationships with Alma families. You’ll receive the support you need in all aspects of your work, while retaining the autonomy to do what’s right for the scholars with whom you work closely every day. At Alma we believe that we can best serve our scholars by helping you to meet your long-term professional growth and career goals. Who We’re Looking For We seek outstanding teachers with the following qualifications: A bachelor's degree or higher At least one year of full time teaching experience preferred Proven effectiveness leading students to significant academic gains (please include specific data related to your student's academic gains in your resume) Massachusetts DESE Licensure in Special Education. If you are not yet licensed in Massachusetts, please consult this website for more information on how to obtain that license: A passion for working with kids and a belief that all kids can succeed Humility, resilience, and a hunger to learn and grow Strong team orientation Infectious joy Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply What You Can Expect Weekly meetings with a manager who supports you High quality, weekly professional development Fully stocked supply closets for all your classroom needs (+ a supply budget!) Prep periods every day Friendly, supportive, #almazing colleagues Compensation : Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary starts at $50,000 for a first year middle school math teacher. Bilingual candidates are compensated higher. Alma del Mar is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds and identities are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alma del Mar