2026-2027 High School English Teacher

Boston Prep•Hyde Park, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prep Boston is a college-preparatory charter public district with a single-site middle and high school serving 700 students in grades 6-12. The school is committed to preparing students for success in four-year colleges and fostering lifelong ethical growth. They offer an extended school day and year, emphasizing relationships and anti-racism. The school operates on six essential beliefs: an exceptional adult team, high expectations for all students, fostering ethical growth, a passionate student culture balanced with structure and joy, a range of academic, social, and emotional support, and ensuring college persistence through student and alumni support. The ideal candidate believes that "kids do well if we believe they can" and is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging where all students feel seen, heard, and valued. Representation matters, and the school strives for a diverse staff to enhance the educational experience and foster a deeper sense of belonging. Teachers will work alongside passionate educators, receive coaching and resources, and benefit from ongoing professional development in a supportive environment.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required.
Valid Massachusetts teaching license in the appropriate subject area.
A passing score on the Communications & Literacy MTEL.
A passing score on a MTEL in the content area(s) they teach within their first year of employment at Boston Prep.
An SEI Endorsement (core academic and special education teachers only) as defined by DESE, within their first year of employment at Boston Prep.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience is preferred.
Experience in a charter school setting is a plus.
Experience with diverse student populations and inclusive education practices is a plus.
Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan for and teach 4 sections per day.
Respond to individual student needs by holding regular office hours (at least once a week).
Plan for small group instruction (SGI) blocks held during the school day.
Collaborate with co-teachers, SpEd/ELL specialists, and other specialists to deliver high-quality, differentiated instruction.
Provide targeted feedback on student work to drive student engagement, anchoring feedback in equitable grading practices.
Design, implement, or internalize standards-aligned curriculum and materials that are data-informed and culturally affirming.
Communicate with students, families, and school leaders regarding academic and behavioral progress.
Build relationships with students and support their character development through the advisory model, homeroom structures, ethics focus, and whole-school moments.
Attend key whole-school events throughout the year (e.g., family conferences, back to school nights).
Attend and participate in weekly staff professional development (One Team Meetings, Department Meetings, Grade Level Meetings, Instructional Team Meetings).
Uphold school and grade level systems and structures with fidelity.
Partner with team members, students, and families to actively uproot racism and inequality.
Engage with and attend regular coaching meetings, implementing feedback with fidelity.
Establish and maintain an orderly and supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.
Implement effective classroom management strategies.
Attend occasional after-school events to foster community engagement.
Serve as an Advisor-Mentor for 8-15 students, facilitating advisory meetings and personal growth activities.
Facilitate Circle Weekly.
Facilitate one intervention block.
Facilitate homeroom once a day.
Conduct weekly office hours.