What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urban Education Specialists position at Match Education?
Match Education is a leading engine of discovery and applied innovation in education. We operate a high-performing urban public charter school in Boston, refining, validating empirically, and disseminating new ideas and practices on core questions in education reform.
About Us
We are a PreK-12 school serving 1,250 students from over 20 different countries of origin with over 20 different languages spoken at home. Our student body is comprised of 94% people of color. We cater to diverse needs, providing services for 21% of our students who qualify for special education, and supporting 18% of our student body who are English Language Learners.
Our staff reflects the diversity we strive for in our community. We believe in creating an inclusive environment that fosters growth and success for all students. At Match, we prioritize equity, freedom, teamwork, innovation, and accountability in everything we do.
The Opportunity
We are seeking experienced middle school and high school teachers in all grades and subjects for the upcoming academic year. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students.
You will be responsible for preparing and delivering classroom instruction, upholding high academic and behavioral expectations for students, communicating regularly with families, participating in coaching and professional development programming, and assisting with school programming as needed.
Serving as a positive and collaborative member of our community, you will help shape the future of education and contribute to our mission of preparing students for success in college and careers.
Salary and Benefits
As an experienced teacher, you can expect a competitive salary range determined by your prior years of full-time teaching experience. In addition, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package including 90% coverage of employee health insurance costs and up to $150/month in loan repayment assistance.
We value our employees' contributions and offer opportunities for growth and development through coaching and professional development programming.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A minimum of two years of full-time experience as a classroom or special education teacher, preferably in an urban education setting;
- A valid and appropriate educator license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, or obtain the licensure within a year of date of hire;
- A proven track record of student success and achievement;
- An ability to work well on a team and support others in doing their best work;
- A willingness to continually improve your practice as a teacher by taking and implementing feedback.
Benefits
We recognize the importance of supporting our employees' overall well-being. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your quality of life.
From comprehensive health insurance to generous loan repayment assistance, we're committed to helping you succeed both personally and professionally.
Additional Information
At Match Education, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law.
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