Salem Academy Charter School - Math Teacher 6th (S
Company: TalentED Advisors
Location: Salem
Posted on: May 14, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionLocation: This is an in person role in Salem,
MassachusettsWho We AreSalem Academy Charter School (SACS) is a
nationally ranked urban charter school north of Boston, MA offering
a rigorous college preparatory program to nearly 500 students in
grades 6-12. For 17 years, SACS has been committed to serving the
diverse population of Salem. Through a unique integration of
rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community,
Salem Academy graduates informed, articulate and proactive
individuals of strong character. Learn more about Salem Academy
Charter School here.What We BelieveSalem Academy is committed to
building a diverse and inclusive community. We seek to support a
faculty and staff that reflects the rich diversity of our student
body, creating a culture and environment where diverse
perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into
our way of working and educating students.Salem Academy values a
school culture that celebrates learning, and we believe that the
adult culture in the school is the foundation of the school's
success. The culture is based on mutual respect, integrity,
professionalism, a commitment to excellence, a collaborative
spirit, and a sense of human kindness particularly as it relates to
age-appropriate adolescent development.What You'll DoSalem Academy
Charter School seeks an excellent lower school math teacher. We are
looking for a teacher who is committed to reaching all students,
raising achievement through a rigorous and relevant curriculum, and
supporting a school culture of excellence and joyful learning.The
ideal candidate has experience with standards-based grading and is
committed to raising student achievement through an integration of
rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community.
The middle school math teacher will be responsible for the
following in addition to other duties as assigned by their
manager:
- Working with and for Students:
- Aligning curricular standards with state guidelines
- Monitoring student progress through standards-based
assessments
- Analyzing student data
- Differentiating instruction
- Teaching 4 science classes per day (with 2 periods reserved for
preparation and collaboration)
- Tutoring one day per week after school
- Support, plan and/or co-lead Service-Learning projects
- Advising students through daily Connections class
(homeroom)
- Input academic and behavioral data on the school data
management system
- Analyze student data and monitor student progress through
standards-based assessments
- Working with and for Families:
- Participate in Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences three times
per year
- Communicate regularly with families about academic and social
progress
- Co-host IEP meetings
- Working with and for Colleagues:
- Build and maintain strong school culture centered on student
achievement
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the success of
the school mission
- Participate in weekly professional development sessions
- Participate in weekly grade level team meetings
- Inputting academic and behavioral data on the school data
management systemWho You Are:
- You are a skilled educator. You have at least 1-3 years of
experience teaching math and a sound understanding of the Common
Core. You understand the importance of culturally responsive
education. You are committed to standards based teaching and
learning.
- You are unapologetically focused on student outcomes. You work
to build student-centered learning environments. You respond
reactively and proactively to the academic and social-emotional
needs of students in their classrooms. You have a proven track
record of achieving academic success with a diverse student
body.
- You are values aligned. You are passionate about Salem Academy
Charter School's mission and vision.
- You bring people together and build community. You recognize
the assets and community cultural wealth of all students, families,
and staff. You have experience fostering effective inclusion
practices and a safe, positive, and respectful class and school
culture. You are caring, committed, and collaborative with
colleagues and families.Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree;
- Demonstrated subject matter competence and a sound
understanding of the Common Core;
- Possession of Massachusetts Teacher Certification or successful
completion of the MTEL preferred;
- Background clearance.Preference will be given to candidates
that meet all of the requirements above, and:
- Are multilingual including in Spanish and English;
- Have designed and successfully implemented culturally
responsive curriculum;
- Have similar life experiences as our students;
- Have a Master's, PhD or EdD degree;
- Have National Board Certification;
- Excitement about integrating academics with service work;
- Interest in working collaboratively to improve instruction for
all students.Salem Academy Charter School values a school culture
that celebrates learning, and we believe that the adult culture in
the school is the foundation of the school's success. The culture
is based on mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, a
commitment to excellence, a collaborative spirit, and a sense of
human kindness particularly as it relates to age-appropriate
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