American Government & Economics Teacher (SY25-26, High School)
About The Position
As the High School Teacher at Veritas Prep High School, you will deliver engaging and rigorous instruction that prepares students for success in college-level coursework. You will teach a comprehensive curriculum, integrating key topics and employing relevant case studies and projects that resonate with students' experiences, while fostering their skills as critical thinkers. You will work collaboratively with a team to create an inclusive environment where students of all backgrounds feel valued and supported, emphasizing student participation, discussion, and leadership. In addition, you will partner with content and grade-level colleagues, as well as higher education partners, to ensure alignment and coherence in objectives, enhancing our collective efforts to prepare students for the next stage of their educational journey. You’ll also: Teach assigned classes, aligning curriculum with interdisciplinary goals and cross-cutting literacy skills when appropriate. Teach a seminar course focused on college, career, and life readiness, utilizing relevant platforms and resources aligned with postsecondary partners. Leverage and continually deepen your content knowledge to create high-quality, effective lessons. Learn, contribute to, and implement school-wide routines and systems that promote a smooth, efficient learning environment. Use data to inform decisions and support the academic growth of students in the classroom. Integrate college and career readiness skills into your lessons and daily interactions with students. Build strong relationships and actively communicate with parents, families, and community partners. Engage in learning about and supporting initiatives related to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education. Contribute to fostering a student-centered culture by providing opportunities for student feedback and leadership. Actively engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your teaching practices. Candidates should apply if they align with our values of: Students First: We make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way. Grow Together: We are role models of growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration. One Team, One Mission: We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of the same mission.
Requirements
- Demonstrates an unwavering belief that all students can meet and exceed grade-level academic standards.
- Exhibits a commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice as an educator.
- Builds and sustains positive, collaborative, and effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Communicates clearly and effectively in both oral and written contexts.
- Maintains consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Authorized to work in the United States, with valid work authorization in place by the first day of employment.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of teaching experience preferred.
- Massachusetts DESE Elementary Licensure Preferred, or eligibility to achieve Highly Qualified status within one year of employment, demonstrated by:
- a passing score on the Communications and Literacy Skills (Reading and Writing) MTEL, and
- a passing score on the History MTEL (or equivalent), and
- Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement.
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned classes, aligning curriculum with interdisciplinary goals and cross-cutting literacy skills when appropriate.
- Teach a seminar course focused on college, career, and life readiness, utilizing relevant platforms and resources aligned with postsecondary partners.
- Leverage and continually deepen your content knowledge to create high-quality, effective lessons.
- Learn, contribute to, and implement school-wide routines and systems that promote a smooth, efficient learning environment.
- Use data to inform decisions and support the academic growth of students in the classroom.
- Integrate college and career readiness skills into your lessons and daily interactions with students.
- Build strong relationships and actively communicate with parents, families, and community partners.
- Engage in learning about and supporting initiatives related to anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
- Contribute to fostering a student-centered culture by providing opportunities for student feedback and leadership.
- Actively engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your teaching practices.
Benefits
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans
- Paid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements)
- Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid)
- Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program)
- Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and more...
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
