Science Teacher ( Physics), Upper Academy (9-12)

RISE Prep Mayoral Academy•Woonsocket, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

RISE Prep Academies is seeking a Physics Teacher for its Upper Academy (Grades 9-12). The organization believes that educator quality is paramount for scholar achievement and looks for driven individuals who uphold high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and colleagues. RISE Prep Academies is committed to professional development and growth for its educators. RISE Prep Academies is a college preparatory K-12 public charter school network in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, established in 2014. It focuses on a rigorous curriculum, structured learning, and character education to prepare students for college or career. The network aims to establish intentionally diverse schools and fosters community engagement. The Physics Teacher role is new, expanding to serve 11th grade for the SY 26-27. RISE Prep Academies operates on six critical elements: a rigorous college preparatory program, a joyful culture with structure, excellent teacher recruitment and development, an extended school day, family and community partnerships, and data-driven scholar achievement. All educators are expected to embody RISE Prep’s mission, vision, and values (Respect, Integrity, Self-Determination, Excellence), believe in providing outstanding education, take ownership of student achievement, demonstrate a track record of results, work well in teams, be goal-driven problem solvers, promote continuous improvement, and communicate effectively.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree
Current teaching certification or enrollment coursework leading to teaching certification
Enrollment or completion of required Science of Reading training in alignment with the Rhode Island Rights to Read Act; Awareness or Proficiency based on role
Exceptional verbal and written communication in English
Technological proficiency and comfort with using online platforms

Nice To Haves

Experience and comfort with High-Quality Instructional Materials (e.g. K-8: Eureka/Eureka Math2, Wit & Wisdom, Amplify Science, etc. 9-12: StudySync, Illustrative Math, etc.)
Familiarity with Teach Like a Champion, and other effective instructional practices for instructional delivery and classroom management
Prior teaching experience with measurable results
Strong interpersonal communication skills and personal organizational systems, particularly pertaining to time and task management
Certification or Endorsement in Special Education, Multilingual Learner, Literacy/Dyslexia, etc.
Fluency in a language other than English, particularly languages spoken by RISE Prep families (e.g. Spanish, Arabic, French, Wolof, etc.)

Responsibilities

Implement RISE Prep Academies Academic Program to Ensure Strong Proficiency in Grade-Level Literacy and Math
Internalize and implement high-quality and standards-aligned curriculum and instructional materials grounded in the CCSS and RISE Prep’s scope and sequences: Physics/Grades 9-11 Science
Uphold the belief that providing access to grade-level materials, supplemented with strategic just-in-time supports, such as scaffolds and targeted interventions, is the most effective way to meet the diverse needs of learners in the K-12 classroom
Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of different learners, including providing relevant accommodations where appropriate and adapting curricular resources to meet the specific individual needs of scholars, including those with IEPs and 504 Accommodation Plans, and Multilingual Learners (MLLs)
Foster a Joyful School Community and Structured Learning Environment
Establish a positive and supportive culture of learning and achievement, that cultivates scholar interest in content area, and reinforces the value and relevance of the learning done in class by connecting content to real-world applications and careers in the field wherever possible
Create and maintain clear expectations, routines, and procedures to effectively and proactively manage classroom/scholar behavior and efficiently use instructional time to maximize scholar learning
Consistently implement school-wide systems and employ classroom systems aligned to the school’s and RISE Academies’ vision, including support an advisory program that provides individualized mentorship, guidance, advocacy, and support related to their experience in school, individual learning plan (ILP), and their pathway to graduation across 9-12
Use Data to Inform Instruction, Support the Range of Learner Needs, and Achieve High Levels of Success in the RISE Prep Academies Classroom
Engage in cycles of data collection, review, action planning, and progress monitoring with coach, members of content/grade-level teams, and/or members of the school/RISE Prep Academies leadership to ensure scholar mastery of grade-level standards and expectations
Utilize formative and summative assessments of student mastery to drive instructional planning and provide feedback to scholars
Demonstrate a Commitment to Continuous Improvement and Development as a Professional
Use feedback to make productive changes in performance and continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices and job-related tasks
Collaborate with other staff members and actively participate in training, professional development and learning activities to increase impact as an educator
Communicate and Collaborate with Critical Stakeholders and Colleagues to Ensure a Well-Rounded Scholar Experience
Communicate with families and teachers about scholar progress on a regular basis
Work collaboratively with grade/content team to align supports and ensure a positive scholar experience
Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs and events as needed throughout year outside of the established school day