Founding 10th Grade Math Teacher (2027-2028)
About The Position
Excel Academy is hiring a Founding 10th Grade Math Teacher for the 2027–2028 school year. Excel Academy is a network of five schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5–12 for high school, college, and productive community engagement. The organization serves 1,700 students, the majority of whom identify as Latinx or Hispanic and are prospective first-generation college graduates. Excel teachers deliver effective, rigorous, high-quality college-preparatory instruction designed to help students succeed. The role is suited to entrepreneurial instructors and eager learners who value frequent, high-quality feedback and bring passion and expertise in their subject area. The teacher will teach high school math to the founding 10th-grade students and contribute to curriculum, assessment, student safety, and the broader school community. The salary is $50,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience, with an 8% raise structure. The ideal candidate would start in August 2027.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Rhode Island certification as a Secondary Grades Mathematics Teacher (grades 6–12), or be in the process of obtaining certification.
- Commitment to and belief in all students and Excel Academy Charter Schools’ mission, values, and educational model.
- Commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and willingness to support others.
- Openness to change, problem-solving, and receiving feedback for professional growth and improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- At least two years of teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting.
- Advanced proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or another language commonly spoken by students and families.
- First-generation college graduate.
- Grew up low-income.
Responsibilities
- Teach high school math to the founding 10th-grade students.
- Collaborate with department members on curriculum refinement and implementation.
- Design and implement rigorous assessments that evaluate student mastery of academic standards.
- Create a safe learning environment for all students by consistently implementing Excel’s strategies and best practices.
- Provide coverage as needed during non-instructional time.
- Serve as a productive member of the Excel Academy community.
- Do whatever it takes to ensure the school’s mission is upheld.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
