Biology Teacher (SY26-27, High School)
About The Position
The Role: What You’ll Do As the 9th grade Biology Teacher at Veritas Prep High School you’ll provide engaging and rigorous instruction in science and specifically biology that will prepare students for college-level work. You’ll teach biology through meaningful phenomena, case studies and projects that are relevant to students’ lives and build Scientific Practices as defined by NGSS. You’ll work with a team to create a community where students of all identities feel safe, seen, and included, centering students in the classroom and fostering student-led discourse, critical thinking, and leadership skills. You’ll collaborate with content and grade level colleagues and our higher education partners for coherence and alignment in our work and efficiency in preparing students for the next level. You’ll also: Teach all 9th grade Biology classes, aligning with English around cross-cutting literacy skills. You’ll provide targeted supports to students where appropriate Teach a 9th grade Seminar course focused on college, career and life readiness, using the Naviance platform and a curriculum aligned with our college partners. Utilize and continually strengthen your deep content knowledge to prepare high-quality, effective lessons Learn, contribute to and use school-wide routines and systems that help our school run smoothly and keep the focus on teaching and learning Use data to make decisions and to support the growth of our students in the classroom Support the development of valuable college and career readiness skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactions Build deep relationships and actively partner and communicate with parents, families, and community partners Engage in learning about and supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education Support a school-wide student-centered culture, providing opportunities for student feedback and leadership Actively engage in professional development
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 Biology MTEL (or equivalent), and Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement.
Responsibilities
- Teach all 9th grade Biology classes, aligning with English around cross-cutting literacy skills.
- Provide targeted supports to students where appropriate
- Teach a 9th grade Seminar course focused on college, career and life readiness, using the Naviance platform and a curriculum aligned with our college partners.
- Utilize and continually strengthen your deep content knowledge to prepare high-quality, effective lessons
- Learn, contribute to and use school-wide routines and systems that help our school run smoothly and keep the focus on teaching and learning
- Use data to make decisions and to support the growth of our students in the classroom
- Support the development of valuable college and career readiness skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactions
- Build deep relationships and actively partner and communicate with parents, families, and community partners
- Engage in learning about and supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education
- Support a school-wide student-centered culture, providing opportunities for student feedback and leadership
- Actively engage in professional development
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
Career Level
Mid Level
