Social Studies TeacherSchool Year)Location: Providence RIStart Date: July 1 2025School: Nowell AcademyAbout Nowell Academy:At Nowell Academy we believe every young personno matter their circumstancesdeserves a supportive empowering education. Our mission is to ensure Rhode Islands pregnant parenting and underserved youth graduate from high school equipped with the knowledge and skills they need for success in college career and family life.The Opportunity:Nowell Academy is seeking a passionate highly skilled Social Studies Teacher to join our tightknit and forwardthinking team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a small missiondriven public high school that centers joy equity and community while delivering rigorous studentcentered learning.Our students are among the hardestworking young adults in Rhode Islandand they deserve the highest quality education. If youre committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure student success we want to hear from you.Why Teach at NowellProjectBased CompetencyAligned Learning: We emphasize 21stcentury skills and relevant interdisciplinary coursework.Collaborative Culture: Many of our classes are cotaught and interdisciplinary encouraging deep collaboration.Professional Growth: Enjoy six weeks of embedded professional development weekly common planning time daily prep periods and 1:1 coaching.Joyful Environment: We foster a positive respectful school culture where teacher voice matters and staff feel valued.EquityFocused: We are committed to confronting injustice and building an inclusive safe and trusting community.Key Responsibilities:Create a studentcentered achievementoriented classroom cultureUse data to design engaging projects with a focus on literacy and reading achievementDemonstrate strong instructional practices and classroom managementBuild meaningful relationships with students and familiesCoteach and collaborate in designing interdisciplinary curriculumMentor a small cohort of students through advisoryParticipate fully in staff meetings PD and communitybuilding activitiesQualifications:Bachelors degree requiredRhode Island teaching certification or eligibility for an Expert Residency or Emergency CertificateStrong organizational problemsolving and communication skillsAbility to teach across disciplines especially with literacy integrationDeep commitment to equity inclusion and culturally responsive teachingWho You Are:Youre a missiondriven educator whos flexible creative and passionate about meeting students where they are. You believe in the brilliance of all learners and are eager to contribute to a school that challenges systemic barriers while celebrating student voice and success.Join Our Team:We are actively seeking a diverse pool of applicants that reflects the rich diversity of our student body. Nowell Academy is an equal opportunity employer and proudly maintains a work and learning environment free from discrimination in accordance with state and federal laws.To Apply:Please submit your resume and cover letter to Executive Director Jessica Waters at
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