Teacher - Biology, Gr. 9-12 (SEI Endorsement Required) (SY26-27)

Boston Day and Evening Academy (BDEA) is seeking an extraordinary Biology Teacher excited to be an educator in an innovative BDEA program (BDEA 2.0) designed specifically for young men of color who have been underserved/discouraged in traditional schools, and who are disenfranchised from even the possibility of graduation. BDEA is an innovative public high school whose mission is to serve students who are overage for grade level, all of whom have experienced interruptions to their education. 

We are looking for educators eager to challenge the norm, to assist a committed team in building a new pathway for the city’s most marginalized students, and to embrace with us the following mission statement, core values and guiding principles for instruction. All employees of the school are expected to uphold the mission of the school to build a consistent, unified, anti-racist, inclusive community that stimulates greater student agency, engagement, and academic achievement

BDEA staff must demonstrate a commitment to working with urban youth and have a track record of working successfully with students who have faced ongoing academic and personal challenges. BDEA staff are expected to build strong relationships with students and provide consistent support through academic classes, enrichment activities, and a daily Crew.  Staff work collaboratively to develop and teach a competency-based curriculum, providing opportunities for students to exhibit proficiency in multiple ways including through projects, exhibitions and other alternative means of assessment. 

Responsibilities

1. Teach project-based, interdisciplinary units of study using a competency based assessment model. See Timilty campus SY26/27 bell schedule here. 
2. Co-lead an advisory (crew) of up to 17 students.  The crew comprises students and staff who build community through team-building activities, and create ownership of learning by facilitating communication between the student, his or her peers, family, and other staff. Collectively, the crew will be empowered to support one another, monitor one another’s attendance, academic progress, and overall student wellness.
3. Create and maintain accurate record keeping of student academic progress and attendance on all data systems, e.g., PowerSchool and BDEA Connects (Salesforce platform).
4. Collaborate with other teaching staff to develop interdisciplinary and project-based curricula and alternative assessments such as portfolios and exhibitions.
5. Assist with the development and implementation of individual student learning plans including special education plans (IEPs and 504s).
6. Participate in the development of student exhibitions for both academic and career readiness competencies, Portfolio Reviews, and other community and all-school events. 
7. Participate in weekly program-specific and all-school meetings.
8. Participate in all professional development and curriculum planning activities.
9. Support and coach students to obtain passing or better score on the MCAS and other required assessments.
10. Assist in developing independent projects for students in the blended and learning lab program.
11. Perform other related duties to assure a continued safe, supportive school culture and climate

Qualifications-Required

1. Education:  Hold a bachelor's degree.
2. Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Biology at the appropriate grade level and SEI endorsement or dual certification in ESL.
3. Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and "Highly Qualified" according to NCLB.
4. Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
5. Comfortable with a workshop and/or coaching approach to instruction
6. Interact with all students with respect and care
7. Be student/learning-centered and committed to coaching students towards success
8. Commitment to designing and implementing a competency based curriculum
9. Be able to assess student competence using a variety of assessments
10. Create a learning environment that supports student agency, collaboration, peer engagement, and creative discourse
11. Have the ability to teach to multiple learning styles using a variety of methods
12. Have a commitment to working with the families of our students
13. Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications-Preferred

1. Experience teaching in urban schools.
2. BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
3. In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
4. Masters Degree
5. Have dual certification in Special Education and/or ESL
6. Prior work or volunteer experience with non-traditional students in an alternative setting
7. Experience with any of the following: project-based learning, portfolio assessment, competency-based education, cooperative group work, integration of technology and cross-disciplinary learning, expeditionary learning, alternative assessments, and integrating school-to-career experiences into the curriculum
8. A strong commitment to supporting reading, writing and problem solving across the curriculum

Terms:  BTU, Group I

Please refer to the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

As a Horace Mann Charter School, teachers and staff are paid a competitive salary in accordance with the Boston Public Schools. As a condition for employment, BDEA staff are required to sign an Election To Work Agreement (ETWA) annually, which details the terms and conditions for the work year at the school. While the school generally follows the BPS calendar, it requires additional planning time before, after or during the year, as agreed upon in the ETWA. As a result, BTU members are paid schedule A pay as part of their salary.

Staff hours are from 8:20-3:10 pm, Monday thru Fridays. Common planning time, program, department and committee meetings, and professional development take place, during self-directed times, before or after teaching and on Wednesdays between 12:45- 3:10pm, or after school hours. Committee work is provided an equitable stipend for completing duties assigned to that committee.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at accommodations@bostonpublicschools.org.