Baystate Academy Charter Public School is Hiring an In- House -Long-Term Substitute Teacher Near Springfield, MA
Job Description Job Responsibilities:
Provide coverage for teachers in grades 6th - 12th
Teaches subject area according to curriculum guidelines specified by the charter school
Further develops and refines a high-level, challenging curriculum in the subject area
Maintains ongoing curriculum evaluation and development to meet the needs of students
Collaborates with other faculty in the delivery of appropriate instructional approaches and best practices, working to serve the various learning styles and needs of students
Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with BACPS mission statement, including understanding, modeling, and fostering independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and abstract reasoning
Facilitates and mediates positive and restorative resolution of problems that might arise with students and/or parents
Assesses student performance continuously and objectively
Develops with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity
Holds parent/student/teacher conferences in a manner consistent with BACPS guidelines
Participates in all professional development activities
Participates in all staff meetings including school governance
Demonstrates awareness of school/community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs
May perform other projects and duties as directed by the principal
Education/Experience/Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in applicable field of study/education from an accredited college or university or
Have obtained an associate (or higher) degree, or
Have at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution, or
Have met a rigorous standard on one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys
Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process and expertise in a specific content area
Classroom teaching experience
Demonstrated experience working with challenge groups in a standards-based environment, including utilizing assessments to place students, flexible pacing, flexible instruction, grouping and regrouping, acceleration, enrichment, and independent study to meet student needs
Demonstrated success in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach
Bilingual English/Spanish desirable
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work with diverse populations
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school community staff
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
Compensation: Competitive Salary and benefits package is offered to all candidates. Baystate Academy Charter Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and gender identity.