High School History Teacher

High School History Teacher Therapeutic Day School Job Summary Arlington School is looking for a dynamic individual to teach high school (grades 9-12) history courses (U.S. & World History) in a therapeutic day-school program. Teachers in this therapeutic day school provide differentiated instruction in selected academic subjects to meet the needs of students with a wide range of learning styles and abilities. Student : teacher ratio of 5:1 per classroom. Teachers work closely with clinical and milieu staff to ensure a safe and supportive school community. Teachers participate in the development of IEPs and provide instruction and accommodations to students as outlined in individualized educational plans in small class groupings. We are looking for creative individuals with excellent communication skills who enjoy working as part of a team. Responsibilities include: Effectively plan instruction and assessment. Manage and supervise the classroom environment. Promotion of high standards and expectations for students’ achievement. Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity. Managing and maintaining materials, records, and classroom space. Qualifications: External qualifications: Current Massachusetts license for either Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities 5-12, OR Teacher of History grades 8-12 Strong written and verbal communication, Ability to work collaboratively with staff Familiarity with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. If Interested, please visit: https://massgeneralbrigham.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MGBExternal/job/Belmont-MA/High-School-History-Teacher-in-Therapeutic-Day-School_RQ4000713 Federal Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunities Laws and Regulations McLean Hospital and its affiliates, the Arlington School and Pathways Academy (collectively, McLean), do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, or disability in admission or access to, treatment or employment at, or any other aspect of the educational programs and activities that McLean operates. McLean is required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (Age Act), and their respective implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Parts 100, 104, 106 and 110, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, or age in the educational programs and activities that McLean operates. Inquiries concerning the application of each of the aforementioned statutes and their implementing regulations to McLean may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964- This title declares it to be the policy of the United States that discrimination on the ground of race, color, or national origin shall not occur in connection with programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance and authorizes and directs the appropriate federal departments and agencies to take action to carry out this policy. The Equal Educational Opportunities Act prohibits specific discriminatory conduct, including segregating students on the basis of race, color or national origin, and discrimination against faculty and staff Furthermore, the EEOA requires school districts to take action to overcome students' language barriers that impede equal participation in educational programs. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities by recipients of federal funds. Title IX has been applied to ensure equal opportunities for female students in athletics and in cases of sexual harassment by school administrators, teachers and students.