Teacher - Dual Language [Spanish] Science (Longterm Substitute) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in a/an Spanish/English dual language school, so candidates must be bilingual and biliterate in [Spanish]. An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred. Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Dual Language Spanish/English Science teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

Requirements

Candidates must be bilingual and biliterate in [Spanish].
Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Science at the appropriate grade level.
Hold a Bilingual Education Endorsement. Please note, a valid Transitional Bilingual Education license or Transitional Bilingual Learning endorsement issued by the Department shall be deemed the equivalent of the Bilingual Education Endorsement.
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools.
Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred.
Experience teaching in urban schools.
Dual certification in ESL.
Degree in Education
BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity.
BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole , Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Responsibilities

Teach: General Science in a Dual Language setting
Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that incorporates state curricular frameworks that demonstrates an understanding of the nature of science and how to develop this understanding in all students.
Implement district learning goals and objectives using appropriate curriculum as identified by district Science Department.
Implement research-based district curriculum that challenges students to use scientific inquiry in their learning of science concepts.
Develop students' capacity to see science as a way of thinking and investigating.
Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments in accordance with district guidelines.