Humanities Instructional Coach

Who Are We? Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a highly successful urban PK-12 public school located in Somerville and Cambridge. We enroll over 900 students from cities and towns throughout the greater Boston metro area. Our inclusive and restorative school celebrates and serves a diverse community - with 87% BIPOC, 27% ELL, and 16% of our students qualifying for special education services. Our mission is to prepare all students for success in college, foster responsible citizenship, and inspire a lifelong love of learning - as we believe academic achievement opens doors and creates opportunities for our students.

We center the values of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work. Our approach to instruction is founded on culturally sustaining, inquiry-based, and student-centered practices. To invest in the growth of our educators, we offer comprehensive professional development, instructional coaching, and mentorship. Our campuses foster a collaborative team environment with extraordinary educators who are committed to ongoing learning, reflection, and professional growth.

Prospect Hill Academy Middle School is seeking a passionate, collaborative, and skilled Humanities instructional coach for grades 6-8.

What does a Humanities Instructional Coach at Prospect Hill do?

• Instructional coaching and support for three Humanities teachers
• Support for implementation and development of Humanities curricula, in collaboration with teachers and district-wide curriculum leaders
• Planning and facilitation of co-planning and data meetings
• Participation on the Middle School Instructional Leadership Team

The PHA Middle School is committed to providing all students with an educational experience that builds their identities as critical thinkers and changemakers in their world. As such, we believe we must unlearn many of the models and mindsets of traditional schooling and collaboratively embrace developing a new model for school that centers and uplifts students’ whole selves. To support this belief, applicants should have experience or sincere interest in the following:

• Development of interdisciplinary projects and curricula that connect Humanities topics and dilemmas with students’ lives and communities
• Implementing constructivist instruction that prioritizes student exploration, inquiry, and critical thinking in order to develop independent and collaborative learners
• Differentiating instruction to make content accessible and challenging for all learners
• Examining and challenging personal biases and systemic inequities in pursuit of anti-racist teaching, curricula, and culture

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records.
• Maintains respectful, collegial, and collaborative relationships with colleagues.
• Supports the extracurricular life of the school.
• Seeks and participates in collaborative inquiry as professional development.
• Adheres to and upholds school rules and procedures.
• Reflects positively on the PHA community.
• Fulfills basic professional responsibilities.
• Contributes positively to the professional culture of the school.

What Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences are needed for this role?

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred
• MA Licensure in relevant field preferred, or working towards completion of licensure
• Understanding and familiarity with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks
• Commitment to Prospect Hill Academy’s educational mission and values
• Commitment to and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds with diverse profiles
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a dedicated staff and involved parent body
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Our students and families are diverse, and we are committed to hiring educators who reflect the wonderful diversity of our students. We encourage experienced and aspiring leaders of all backgrounds to apply to work at Prospect Hill.