What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2025 Teacher : All subjects position at Alexander Twilight Academy?

Background

Alexander Twilight Academy (ATA) is a free longitudinal high school and college access program that provides hard-working, high-potential students from under-resourced backgrounds with the highest-quality educational and life-enriching opportunities. Named after the first Black American to graduate from college in the United States, Alexander Twilight Academy makes a long-term commitment to serve each student and family we admit from middle school through college and beyond. ATA develops leaders who will change the world and empowers the next generation of great thinkers, creators, and changemakers to live meaningful lives of passion and purpose. Through rigorous, year-round academic programming, support, advocacy, enrichment, and mentorship, ATA prepares middle school students to earn admission to and thrive at the nation's top high schools, colleges, and beyond.

Teaching Position Summary

Alexander Twilight Academy is currently hiring summer teachers who will be responsible for instructing rising 6th, 7th, 8th and / or 9th graders. Our four content areas are science, ELA, history, and math. Teachers also serve as an advisor and lead an elective of their choosing. Previous electives ranged from journalism to game design and coding to basketball, and more.

Teachers will work with the Associate Director of Middle School Programs, the Assistant Director of Middle School Programs, other teachers, and staff to create a welcoming, academically rigorous, and engaging environment for all students in the program.

Dates and Timing :

Mandatory Summer Pre-Work
Virtual PD Session - Wednesday, June 11 6 : 00-8 : 30 pm on Zoom
In-Person PD Day - Monday, June 30th 8 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm
Create syllabus, week 1 lesson plans, and unit plan by June 27th
Summer Program Dates
Monday-Friday 7 : 40am to 4 : 00pm Tuesday, July 1st to Friday, August 8th (with a July 4th holiday closure).
Required staff close out days on Monday, August 11th and Tuesday, August 12th

Location : Boston, MA

Core Qualities of an Alexander Twilight Academy Educator

Firm commitment to educational access, equity, and social justice

Dedication to working with students from under-resourced backgrounds

Desire to cultivate authentic relationships with students and families

Belief that all students can be successful given the right supports

Track record of student achievement and growth

Intellectually curious and passionate about teaching material from their area of expertise

Desire to grow personally and professionally

Growth mindset for self and students

Commitment to collaborating with others

Responsibilities

Lead 2-4 classes of approximately 15-20 students daily

Lead an elective that meets twice a week

Create a unit plan and one-page syllabus / course overview due prior to the start of the Summer Program (date due : June 27th)

Submit weekly lesson plans and materials due each Friday at noon

Prepare daily student-centered, discussion-based lesson plans

Attend mandatory staff meetings prior to the start of the Summer Leadership Program and also once weekly during the summer

Maintain a gradebook which is shared with Associate Director of Middle School Programs the Assistant Director of Middle School Programs

Qualifications and Experience

At least 2 years of teaching experience required (preferred grade level experience : 6th-12th)

Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including classroom management and team building skills

Experience implementing differentiated teaching strategies

Spanish or Haitian Creole proficiency is a plus.

How to apply

Submit your resume to jobs@alexandertwilightacademy.org . Please note your preferred content area. We anticipate openings in math, ELA, history, and science.

Candidates will be informed of next steps on a rolling basis.

Compensation

7,000 total stipend

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