Middle School English Teacher

Excel Academy Charter Schools • Providence, RI

7d • $50,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Excel Academy is a network of five schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island serving students in grades 5–12. Its mission is to provide a free, high-quality, holistic education that prepares students 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.

The Middle School English Teacher delivers rigorous, high-quality college-preparatory ELA instruction designed to foster student success. The role includes collaborating on curriculum, assessing mastery of academic standards, creating a safe learning environment, and contributing to the broader school community. Teachers are expected to pursue their own professional growth, welcome feedback, and support Excel Academy’s educational mission and values.

The stated starting salary is $50,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate would start as soon as possible.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Rhode Island certification as a Middle Grades English Teacher (grades 5–8), or be in the process of obtaining certification.
• Commitment to and belief in all students and the mission, values, and educational model of Excel Academy Charter Schools.
• Commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and willingness to support others in doing their best work.
• Openness to change, willingness to problem-solve, and willingness to seek 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; preferred but not required.
• 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 ELA/English to middle school 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level