Literature Teacher

Literature TeacherLibertas Academy Mission Through rigorous academics character development and strong supports for every learner Libertas Academy Charter School prepares all sixth through twelfth grade students to succeed within the college of their choice and to be positive engaged members of their communities. Organizational Overview Libertas Academy Charter School is a high expectations high achieving school that replicates the successful models of other high performing charter schools in Massachusetts and across the country. Within an achievementoriented culture in which expectations are clear and routines are consistent and in which the joy of learning the power of intellectual curiosity and the development of lifebuilding values are at the center of our seamless 612 school all learners build the skills knowledge and character required for college and professional success and a life of positive community engagement. Imagine teaching at a school where everyone in the building is on the same page holding students to a relentlessly high bar of academic and behavioral expectations. We are looking for teachers who know that holding high expectations and relentlessly pushing students to reach them is a profound form of love. We are looking for teachers who arent afraid to do whatever it takesteachers who know the finish line is college graduation and are in it for the long haul. Join our founding team and help build the SoughtAll staff members at Libertas Academy Charter School have a strong commitment to belief in and alignment with the mission and vision of our school. Therefore we seek individuals who believe in our mission and vision; will maintain high expectations for our students both academically and behaviorally; will model our school values of Focus Integrity Selfless Service Respect and Tenacity; and will reinforce our schoolwide expectations. We seek individuals who will do whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of Libertas Academy is fulfilled. Job Overview:Strong commitment to belief in and alignment with mission and vision of our schoolMaintain high expectations for students academic achievement and conduct Plan implement and execute engaging and rigorous units and daily standardsbased lessons to ensure that all students master the required content Develop and administer a variety of formal and informal assessments to measure students growth and mastery and to evaluate and refine instruction Model and teach our FIRST Values: Focus Integrity Selfless Service Respect Tenacity Reinforce schoolwide rules and expectations Implement warmstrict classroom management techniques Collaborate closely with fellow teachers and other staff members Differentiate instruction effectively to meet the individual needs of students Identify students who are academically at risk and initiate effective intervention strategies Maintain and enrich subject matter expertise Participate actively in professional development Communicate frequently with parents Build strong relationships with students staff and families Perform other duties as assignedDo whatever it takes to ensure that the mission of the school is fulfilledQualifications:Bachelors Degree requiredDemonstrates persistence in overcoming and removing obstacles to goal a drive commitment and sense of urgency that inspires others toachieve success working with students in traditionally underserved communities Strong belief that all students can succeedCritical thinker and problemsolverCollaborative team playerWillingness to engage in frequent dialogue and to be selfreflective with regard to teaching practices Commitment to analyzing student data to push student achievement forward Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities and differentiate for those students with special needs and English Learners Successful classroom manager who firmly believes that a structured environment and high behavioral expectations for all students lead to student achievementSpanish fluency highly desirableSalary & Benefits Libertas Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits. Apply NowTo apply please send a resume and cover letter to Commitment to Diversity As an equal opportunity employer Libertas Academy hires without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability or any other category protected by applicable law.