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23-24 Junior High Math TeacherTracking Code468-753Job DescriptionBVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket. We firmly believe that all scholars can achieve success in college and the world beyond, so we collaboratively work to foster a college prep culture. Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today.
Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.Learn more about why BVP is different.
Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to): Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyondEmbraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school communityCultivates positive identity formation for scholars and prepares them to live and work together in a diverse worldIs results driven, with excellent planning and organizing skills, and a do whatever it takes attitude and work ethicEngages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team membersActs ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policiesEngages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and culturesAttends mandatory professional development sessions and family meet and greets Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to): Competitive salary commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental planInternal hiring to capitalize on individual strengths and interestsReferral and return bonusesOngoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursementAll staff members receive 7 personal days per yearOpportunities for curriculum development401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5% In addition, Junior High School Math Teachers are expected to: Build students conceptual understanding to enable continued rigor of higher level topics Create an environment of respect and rapportCollaborate with team members for planning and reflective practiceEstablish a culture of learning that reflects the educational importance of the work undertaken by both scholars and teachersEstablish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom, the efficient use of time, and scholar engagement with contentModel a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholars, including: expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of contentUse questions, prompts, and discussion techniques to cognitively challenge scholars, advance high-level thinking and discourse, and promote metacognitionIntellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffoldingUtilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning, monitor scholar learning, provide feedback to scholars, and facilitate scholars self-monitoring of learning Qualifications: A minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not requiredBilingual candidates preferred, but not requiredA bachelors degree is requiredSuccessful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country. Learn more here. Certification in relevant courseworkCPI certified Compensation Range: Refer to Teacher STEP Scale To Apply: Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online.
Your cover letter should highlight your alignment with our mission. Your cover letter and resume should be saved with your first and last name. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.Job LocationCentral Falls, Rhode Island, United StatesCompany LocationJunior High SchoolCompany Location DescriptionMiddle School 1Position TypeFull-Time/Regular
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