Organization: Lawrence Public Schools Job Title: History Teacher Location: RISE AcademyRISE Academy is an alternative high school within Lawrence Public Schools. RISE is a trauma-informed school grounded in restorative justice that values relationships and mutual respect with the belief that all students want to be successful in school. RISE students learn in a competency based structure in an academic and social-emotional program that works to prepare students for an ever changing world after high school. RISE Academy incorporates competency based education the Modern Classroom Project restorative justice trauma informed practices and the belief that all students want to be Duties and Responsibilities: Work collaboratively to align curriculum to the MA Curriculum Frameworks with a focus on teaching critical assessments that measure progress towards academic standardsUse data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructionMeet weekly with instructional team. Collaborate with Special Education and ESL teachers to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students Participate in biweekly instructional coaching sessions to improve instructional practices. Communicate weekly with students and families around academic and behavioral progress. Desired Skills and Characteristics Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all studentsCommitment to the academic and personal success of students and familiesProven experience supporting English Language Learners Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challengesDemonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students diverse backgrounds identities strengths and challenges are respected and to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedbackHumility and a good sense of humor