<p>About Boston Prep</p> <p>Boston Prep is a college-preparatory charter public district, made up of a single-site middle and high school. In 2025-2026, our community will include 700 students in grades 6-12, nearly 500 alumni, over 150 faculty members, and hundreds of families. The majority of our students and families reside in Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, and Hyde Park. As a charter public school, we welcome all students via an impartial public lottery, and hold the same high expectations and ambitions for all of our students, including those with special needs and English language learners.</p> <p>Mission</p> <p>At Boston Prep, our mission is to prepare students to succeed in a four-year college and embody, in thought and action, lifelong ethical growth. We foster an environment structured around accelerating academic growth, as demonstrated by our extended school day and school year. We believe that to do this work effectively, relationships are the heart of our community and an understanding of anti-racism is critical in serving our community effectively.</p> <p>To achieve our ambitious goals, our approach includes six essential beliefs that we believe leads to our success:</p> <ul> <li>We have an exceptional adult team; we are One Team. </li><li>We hold high expectations for all students. </li><li>We foster ethical growth, inside and outside of the classroom. </li><li>We have an invested, passionate student culture, balanced by structure and joy. </li><li>We offer a range of support, academic, social, and emotional, to all students. </li><li>We ensure college persistence through a number of student and alumni support. </li></ul> <p>Values</p> <p>Our mission guides Boston Prep and our values guide how we work together as a One Team. Our values hold us accountable to ourselves, to one another, to our students, and to our families. They remind us of how we strive to do the work of our achieving mission together, united as a One Team. Our One Team's values:</p> <ul> <li>We are mission driven. </li><li>Everyone is here for the same reasons. </li><li>Organizational changes are required to achieve the mission. </li><li>We believe all of us, in every step of our journey, have room to improve. </li><li>Staff actions drive student results. </li></ul> <p>Ideal Candidate</p> <p>At Boston Prep, we believe that every teacher has the power to make a difference in the lives of our students. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued. As a teacher with us, you will have the opportunity to inspire and empower the next generation, while also making a meaningful impact on your own career. You embody the mindset that "kids do well if we believe they can".</p> <p>We recognize that representation matters, and we strive to ensure that our students see themselves reflected in their teachers and leaders. We believe that a team of diverse leaders and teaching staff enhances our students' educational experience and fosters a deeper sense of belonging. As a teacher at Boston Prep, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of passionate educators who are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.</p> <p>We are committed to providing our teachers with the coaching and resources they need to thrive. We offer ongoing professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.</p> <p>If you are a dedicated educator who is passionate about creating a culture of inclusion and respect, we invite you to join our team. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and build a brighter future for our community.</p> <p>As a Speech Language Pathologist...</p> <p>Service Delivery</p> <ul> <li>Providing services in a variety of settings in grades 6-12 including pull-out, small group support, push-in support in the general education classroom, and social skills group. </li><li>Administering speech language evaluations, developing evaluation reports, interpreting/presenting evaluation reports at Team meetings. </li><li>Participating in IEP Team meetings, developing IEP goals and tracking student progress </li><li>Meeting with general education teachers, special education teachers and the Director of Special Education regarding implementation of accommodations in regular education classrooms. </li><li>Maintaining regular contact with parents including writing progress reports at each semester for relevant students. </li><li>Continually gathering and using data to inform instruction. </li><li>Actively pursuing professional development, inside and outside of the school. </li></ul> <p>Classroom Culture, Student Relationships, and Family Partnership</p> <ul> <li>Build strong relationships with students to promote confidence and engagement in mathematics instruction. </li><li>Communicate regularly with families about academic progress and intervention goals. </li><li>Provide families with strategies to support reading development at home. </li><li>Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student growth. </li><li>Model empathy and maintain high expectations for all learners. </li><li>Participate in family conferences, school events, and community engagement activities. </li></ul> <p>Collaboration and School Culture</p> <ul> <li>Attend and participate in weekly staff professional development, including One Team meetings, department meetings, and grade-level meetings. </li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and school leadership. </li><li>Contribute positively to Boston Prep's collaborative and mission-driven school culture. </li><li>Support school systems and structures with fidelity. </li><li>Participate in school-wide initiatives that strengthen student success. </li></ul> <p>Education, Qualifications, and Certifications/Licensure:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Education</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's degree or a related field required</p> </li><li> <p>Master's degree preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Qualifications</p> </li><li> <p>Experience supporting struggling students through targeted interventions</p> </li><li> <p>Licensed, ASHA Certified Speech Language Pathologist.</p> </li><li> <p>Commitment to the philosophy that all students, regardless of disability should be given the opportunity to succeed at the same level as their peers and should be fully expected to do so.</p> </li><li> <p>Prior experience facilitating the high achievement of Special Education students.</p> </li></ul> <p>Certification:</p> <ul> <li>Valid Massachusetts teaching license in the appropriate subject area. OR A passing score on the Communications & Literacy MTEL, as well as a MTEL in the content area(s) they teach within their first year of employment at Boston Prep </li><li>An SEI Endorsement (core academic and special education teachers only) as defined by DESE, within their first year of employment at Boston Prep </li></ul> <p>Compensation:</p> <p>This role is only for 0.8 - 4 Days a week</p> <p>The salary range for this role is $74,406 - $125,759. Final compensation will be based on years of experience. More specific compensation information can be shared upon request.</p> <p>For more information, please visit our website at www.bostonprep.org.</p> <p>One Mission. One Team. One School. We are Boston Prep.</p> <p>www.bostonprep.org | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube</p> <p>At Boston Preparatory School we acknowledge barriers to opportunities that exist within the job seeking market. Many potential candidates shy away from applying due to lack of confidence in their skills and imposter syndrome. As we do our part to dismantle these barriers within our own recruitment processes, we encourage candidates from all walks of life, especially those from marginalized backgrounds, to apply and make positive change within the lives of our students.</p>