SY 25-26 Middle School Science Teacher

Instructional Leadership

• Effectively deliver standards-based & curriculum aligned instructional lessons that will ultimately ensure Bridge Boston Scholars are academically ready and prepared to meet and/or exceed state and national standards,
• Adapt and build upon existing curriculum to plan lessons that are engaging and motivating for our students and that leverage best practices learned from PD and coaching, 
• Adjust and/or create lesson plans for targeted, data-driven small group interventions that address student skill deficits as part of the school’s MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support)
• Work collaboratively with grade level teammates and content teams to ensure that unit and lesson plans are aligned with school’s academic vision and priorities,
• Work collaboratively with teaching teammates to create and share lesson plans in a timely manner,
• Proactively communicate with our students’ families to ensure that they understand what their child is learning and how they can support their child’s academic growth and achievement. 

Classroom Culture & Management

• Establish and maintain high standards of student behavior needed to achieve optimal learning atmosphere in the classroom,
• Hold students accountable for meeting high behavioral expectations, while still working relentlessly to build positive relationships and implement restorative practices with young people
• Provide a functional and attractive environment in the classroom conducive for learning
• Use our Morning Meeting SEL block to plan and deliver explicit social-emotional learning lessons
• Adhere to & promote Bridge’s systems and policies for maintaining a positive and productive school culture, including the JAGUAR Values, Paw Points, and the Behavior Matrix

Assessment

• Administer assessments in a variety of forms (e.g. daily exit tickets, unit assessments, literacy & math diagnostics, etc) in accordance with our instructional vision and priorities
• Use scholar work and assessment data to inform instruction and targeted intervention that drives student achievement
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare student reports and communicate regularly with families regarding their child's progress.

Professional Growth & Responsibilities

• Actively engage with grade level, division level, and school-wide professional development and coaching by demonstrating a willingness to continuously grow through practice and feedback,
• Communicate proactively and constructively with peers and supervisors about ways to improve the overall school experience for students and staff, 
• Supervise students and maintain high expectations for behavior during out-of-classroom activities (e.g. hallway transitions, assemblies, lunch and recess, etc),
• Submit attendance, behavior and academic reports in a timely manner,
• Arrive on time for all assigned duties and responsibilities,
• Participate in required family engagement activities such as curriculum nights, parent-teacher conferences, school music concerts, and other cultural events,
• Adhere to Bridge Boston’s Staff and Employee Handbook policies

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS required; appropriate graduate coursework preferred
• 1-3 years of teaching experience in a similar setting preferred
• Relevant Massachusetts Provisional, Initial, or Professional teaching certification
• Sheltered English Immersion endorsement
• Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity; belief in the value of diversity 
• Clear willingness to make and learn from mistakes
• Have a “self-starter” and team player attitude – working to address and resolve issues with a team focus
• Effective communication skills with families, staff, and students 
• Adaptive, flexible, and resourceful problem solver
• Excited about regularly receiving feedback and have a growth mindset for students, staff, and themselves,
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Life-long learner; willingness to make and learn from mistakes; interest in learning new things
• Values diversity and demonstrates cultural competence and sensitivity