Middle School Humanities Teacher

Excel Academy Charter Schools • Providence, RI

12d

About The Position

Excel teachers are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous college-preparatory instruction designed to foster the success of their students. Teachers who thrive at Excel tend to be entrepreneurial instructors and hungry learners who crave frequent, high-quality feedback on their practice. They also have a great deal of passion and expertise in their content area that they are eager to share with students.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
• Rhode Island certified (Middle Grades 5-8) or in the process of obtaining certification. You can learn more here: https://ride.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur806/files/2023-06/RI_MiddleGrades_Requirements.pdf
• You share a commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model
• You are committed to addressing racial and economic inequity in education
• You work effectively in a team environment and have a willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work
• You are open to change, are willing to problem-solve, and seek feedback for your own professional growth and improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to 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, or having grown up low-income.

Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School students Humanities
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees