Founding High School English Teacher (2026-2027)
About The Position
Excel Academy is seeking a Founding High School English Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role involves delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous college-preparatory instruction to 9th-grade students. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial instructor, a hungry learner who thrives on feedback, and possesses a passion and expertise in English literature and composition. Teachers at Excel are responsible for fostering student success, collaborating on curriculum, designing and implementing assessments, creating a safe learning environment, and contributing positively to the school community. This position requires a commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education, working effectively in a team, and a willingness to adapt and seek feedback for professional growth.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree is required
- Rhode Island certified (Secondary Grades English Teacher 6-12) or in the process of obtaining certification
- Commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model
- Commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and a willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work
- Openness to change, willingness to problem-solve, and seeking feedback for your own professional growth and improvement
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree is preferred
- A minimum of two years’ teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred
- Applicants who share points of intersection with our students, such as speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or a language commonly spoken by our students and families at an advanced level
- Being first generation college graduates
- Having grown up low-income
Responsibilities
- Teach High School English to our Founding 9th 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 implementing Excel’s strategies and best practices with consistency
- 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 mission of the school is upheld
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
