Cluster Substitute Teacher - (UP Academy Dorchester) (Re-Post) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

About The Position

UP Education Network operates five schools in Boston and Lawrence, Massachusetts, serving more than 2,600 elementary and middle school students. It works with local school districts to restart chronically underperforming schools as UP Academies, whose mission is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and character to succeed on the path to college and reach their full potential. The Cluster Substitute is a full-time member of the UP Academy Dorchester staff who provides daily classroom coverage as needed to maintain consistency in academic programming. The role also includes regular duties similar to those of lead teachers. Cluster Substitutes participate in ongoing professional development and receive coaching from instructional leaders. Successful Cluster Substitutes may move into teaching positions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.
A passionate belief in UP Academy’s mission, values, and educational model.
A deep desire to work with educationally underserved student populations and their families.
An unwavering commitment to students’ academic success and personal development.
Eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, tangible goals and a relentless drive to achieve them.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills.
A sense of humility.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Effectively execute lesson plans for assigned classes.
Perform all assigned school duties.
Consistently hold students accountable to the school-based behavior management plan.
Participate in school-wide professional development and activities, as well as cohort meetings.
Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.