Science Teacher Charter Middle School

MISSIONThe mission of the Christa McAuliffe Charter School is to cultivate within each member of a diverse student body an intense commitment to self and community the courage and insight to set high standards for academic and personal success and the knowledge skills and attitudes to achieve those standards. ABOUT THE SCHOOLThe Christa McAuliffe Charter School () is an EL Education () school for 340 scholars in grades 6-8 with a hands-on curriculum that inspires achievement through active learning character growth and teamwork. The school is committed to ensuring that all students grow as learners and as ethical people through meaningful work and a strong OVERVIEWEverything that we do at McAuliffe is intended to meet the needs of students in their early adolescence. You must have the ability to develop meaningful connections with students have strong classroom management skills and have the skills to create a classroom culture in which individuals are valued for what they bring to the a science teacher youll create learning experiences that guide students to develop an in-depth understanding of scientific concepts. We emphasize inquiry-based activities hands-on learning simulations and differentiated lessons that guide students to develop background knowledge from a variety of texts. We also emphasize the importance of infusing literacy instruction into science classes so that students learn how to read and comprehend nonfiction texts and write lab reports summaries and persuasive pieces. As a crew leader youll lead a crew similar to an advisory of about 12 students. You will be the mentor and advocate for each student in your crew. Youll engage them in team-building activities facilitate social-emotional learning guide the development of crew and individual goals and prepare students for ** Collaborate with colleagues to create highly engaging authentic units and learning expeditions** Employ a variety of teaching methodologies that guide students to engage in critical thinking: use of protocols simulations workshops cooperative learning experiments hands-on projects and other inquiry-based activities** Implement formative and summative assessments to track student progress; engage students in the assessment and tracking process** Analyze data on student performance to effectively inform instruction** Provide differentiated support including accommodations and modifications to ensure all students are given access to curriculum and instruction** Participate in ongoing professional development including observations and feedback from an instructional coach** Implement school-wide positive behavioral systems to effectively manage the classroom** Continually communicate with students families regarding performance and progress** Serve as a Crew advisor to approximately 12 students which includes leading a daily advisory called Crew supporting advisees and regularly communicating with parents/guardians** Serve as an active member of the McAuliffe Community including attending evening celebrations of student learning QUALIFICATIONS- Experience: Experience in and passion for teaching art or design preferably at the middle school level.- Technical Skill: Expertise with the iterative design process and a variety of assessment methods.- Curriculum: Commitment to developing curriculum and implementing EL Education core practices.- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills commitment to teamwork and readiness to reflect and grow.- Licensure: Massachusetts DESE licensure in Visual Art (PreK-8 or 5-12) or eligibility for waiver is REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENTMust be able to remain in a stationary position for extended be able to move about the classroom and school building to assist be able to lift/move instructional materials up to 25 lbs to communicate effectively with students staff and parents in person and & BENEFITSSalary Range: In the spirit of pay transparency the base salary range for this position is $41952 (step 0 Bachelors) $84016 (step 20 Masters). If you are hired at Christa McAuliffe your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills education and/or applicable experience. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. Please see our salary scale available upon request that clearly outlines where an applicant will fall within the salary range based on years of applicable experience. Benefits: Health dental vision 403b employee contributed MTRS life insurance. Benefit details available upon requestEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Christa McAuliffe Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

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