Physical Education Teacher

Excel Academy Charter Schools•Greenway Campus, MA

10d

About The Position

Excel Academy teachers are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous 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. They prioritize an approach that is both rigorous and inclusive.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
License or certification not required prior to start date: "All Commonwealth charter teachers must either have a license or pass required MTEL(s) within their first year of employment in a teacher role."
A commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel’s values and educational model;
A commitment to addressing racial and economic inequity in education;
The ability to focus and thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment;
The ability to work effectively in a team environment and the willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work;
An openness to change, a willingness to problem-solve, and an interest in receiving feedback for continuous improvement; and
And can speak to their personal investment and commitment to antiracist education and diversity, equity, and inclusion in our school community and beyond.

Nice To Haves

Have experience in a public or charter school setting, and
Speak Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic.

Responsibilities

Teach Physical Education and Health to our 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students;
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; and
Do whatever it takes to ensure the mission of the school is upheld.
Understand how your identity markers (including race, class, and gender) impact your leadership;
Demonstrate understanding and respect for the cultures and languages of our communities;
Solicit and welcome collaboration and feedback from colleagues, students, families and the surrounding community;
Understand the impact of historical and structural racism and use this lens in your decision-making; and
Take action to demonstrate personal reflections and growth/be responsive to feedback and lessons learned.