Associate Teacher (SY26-27, Middle School and High School)

Veritas Preparatory Charter School • Springfield, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Associate Teacher (AT) at Veritas Prep, you will join a supportive, team-oriented environment designed to foster your growth as an educator. In this role, you’ll play a key part in advancing the academic and social-emotional success of our middle school scholars. This role is ideal for aspiring educators—including recent graduates, career changers, and education students—looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before stepping into a lead teaching role. At Veritas Prep, we are deeply invested in your development and are excited to support your path to becoming a lead teacher.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required
• A deep belief in the potential of every student to learn, grow, and achieve excellence
• A commitment to ongoing personal and professional development as an educator
• Flexibility and a proactive mindset—ready to step in and support wherever needed
• A strong dedication to educational equity, including a willingness to confront and address racism and an understanding of its historical and systemic impact on students and schools
• Authorization to work in the United States by your first day of employment is required

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with youth is preferred

Responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced educators through mentorship, observation, and hands-on classroom experience to prepare for a future lead teaching role in ELA, Math, Science, History, Special Education, or ESL/MLL.
• Serve as a substitute teacher when needed to ensure consistency in high-quality instruction.
• Teach daily academic support lessons (1–10 students) tailored to students who need extra support or enrichment.
• Build meaningful connections with students and families to contribute to strong, high-expectation classroom cultures.
• Participate in regular coaching and feedback sessions to refine your practice.
• Help lead daily duties such as hallway transitions, lunch, and advisory.

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...

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level