Middle School Humanities Teacher: English or Social Studies (2027-2028)

Excel Academy Charter Schools • Campus TBD, MA

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About The Position

Excel Academy is a network of six schools in Massachusetts and Rhode Island that prepares students in grades 5–12 to succeed in high school and college and engage productively in their communities. Its students are predominantly Latinx or Hispanic, and many will be the first in their families to graduate from college. Excel provides a free, high-quality holistic education through high expectations, rigorous instruction, and individualized support.

Excel teachers deliver effective, high-quality, rigorous college-preparatory instruction to foster student success. Teachers who thrive at Excel tend to be entrepreneurial instructors and eager learners who value frequent, high-quality feedback on their practice and bring passion and expertise in their content area. This teacher will teach English language arts or social studies to middle school students. The position is for the 2027–2028 school year. Starting salary is $60,000–$93,000, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 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 interest in seeking feedback for professional growth and improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• 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 Excel students and families.
• Being a first-generation college graduate or having grown up low-income.

Responsibilities

• Teach English language arts or social studies 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: Mid Level