Who We AreSalem Academy Charter School (SACS) is a nationally ranked urban charter school north of Boston, MA offering a rigorous college preparatory program to nearly 500 students in grades 6-12. Since 2004, SACS has been committed to serving the diverse population of Salem. Through a unique integration of rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community, Salem Academy graduates informed, articulate and proactive individuals of strong character. What We BelieveSalem Academy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We seek to support a faculty and staff that reflects the rich diversity of our student body, creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our way of working and educating students. Salem Academy values a school culture that celebrates learning, and we believe that the adult culture in the school is the foundation of the school’s success. The culture is based on mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, a commitment to excellence, a collaborative spirit, and a sense of human kindnessparticularly as it relates to age-appropriate adolescent development.What You’ll doSalem Academy Charter School seeks an excellent Art Teacher. We are looking for a teacher who is committed to reaching all students, raising achievement through a rigorous and relevant curriculum, and supporting a school culture of excellence and joyful learning.The ideal candidate has experience with standards-based grading and is committed to raising student achievement through an integration of rigorous college preparatory classes with service to the community. The Art teacher will be responsible for the following in addition to other duties as assigned by their manager:Working with and for Students:Aligning curricular standards with state guidelinesMonitoring student progress through standards-based assessmentsAnalyzing student dataDifferentiating instructionSupport, plan and co-lead Service-Learning projectsAdvising students through daily Connections class (homeroom)Input academic and behavioral data on the school data management systemAnalyze student data and monitor student progress through standards-based assessmentsWorking with and for Families:Participate in Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences three times per yearCommunicate regularly with families about academic and social progressWorking with and for ColleaguesBuild and maintain strong school culture centered on student achievementWork collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the success of the school missionParticipate in weekly professional development sessionsParticipate in weekly grade level team meetingsInputting academic and behavioral data on the school data management systemWho You Are:You are a skilled educator. You have at least 1-3 years of experience teaching Art courses.You understand the importance of culturally responsive education. You are committed to standards based teaching and learning.You work to build student-centered learning environments. You respond proactively and reactively to the academic and social-emotional needs of students in their classrooms. You have a proven track record of achieving academic success with a diverse student body.You are values aligned. You are passionate about Salem Academy Charter School’s mission and vision.You bring people together and build community. You recognize the assets and community cultural wealth of all students, families, and staff. You have experience fostering effective inclusion practices and a safe, positive, and respectful class and school culture. You are caring,committed, and collaborative with colleagues and families.Qualifications:Belief in the mission and vision of the schoolRelentless commitment to raising the academic achievement of all studentsCommitment to standards-based teaching and learningAbility to provide a structured, orderly, safe, and respectful environment for studentsExperience working with a diverse student bodyExperience teaching a wide variety of 2D and 3D art including drawing, painting, graphic design, photography, sculpture and ceramics. Experience teaching college prep or AP 2D Art and Design as well as assisting students in college portfolio prep.Experience writing an innovative arts curriculum with a focus on developing student voice and choice in the art room.Ability to organize procedures and systems for materials and supplies within the art room.Excitement about integrating academics with service work.Interest in working collaboratively to improve instruction for all studentsEagerness to be part of creating an innovative and rigorous middle and high school programPossession of Massachusetts Teacher Certification or successful completion of the MTELs associated with the role.Degree in Art Education preferred.Preference will be given to candidates that meet all of the requirements above, and:Are multilingual including in Spanish and English;Have designed and successfully implemented culturally responsive curriculum;Have similar life experiences as our students;Have a Master’s, PhD or EdD degree;Have National Board Certification;Excitement about integrating academics with service work;Interest in working collaboratively to improve instruction for all studentsSalem Academy Charter School values a school culture that celebrates learning, and we believe that the adult culture in the school is the foundation of the school’s success. The culture is based on mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, a commitment to excellence, a collaborative spirit, and a sense of human kindness particularly as it relates to age-appropriate adolescent development.