What are the responsibilities and job description for the History Teacher - 1.0 FTE HS position at Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School?
Teachers at Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School (PVPA) provide students with a supportive and challenging environment that is responsive to multiple learning styles, emphasizes learning through the arts, and integrates critical and creative thinking throughout the curriculum. Since 1996, PVPA has prepared students for higher education by employing a rigorous, standards-based curriculum in a nurturing and collaborative environment.
PVPA has an opportunity for a full-time High School History Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who is interested in integrating the arts into the curriculum, teaching with a social justice lens, collaborating with students and colleagues, and has experience in implementing restorative practices in the classroom. Under the direction of the Director of Curriculum & Instruction, you will be responsible for:
1.Teaching five classes that will include: Civics in Action, American History, and Psychology.
2.Preparing curricula and instructional materials based on set departmental learning objectives.
3.Assessing student work and provide timely feedback to students and parents via PowerSchool online grading system
4.Applying PVPA’s standards-based grading system to report on student course progress and achievement
5.Providing structure in the class by promoting a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning, respectful and adheres to class norms
6.Coordinating with special educators to address the diverse needs of all learners
7.Supervising students during non-class time (e.g., lunch) as required
8.Attending and participating in regular faculty collaborative time meetings and school-wide professional development activities
9.Attending and participating in meetings with students and/or parents/guardians as scheduled, including an evening open house, and parent-teacher conferences
10.Participating in school-wide events that occur during the school day
11.Assisting with other faculty administrative duties as required