Full Time Building Substitute Teacher Grades 7-12

About the Role

We are seeking a building-based substitute to work within grades 7-12, reporting on a daily basis. This is a full-time position that includes benefits and time off. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for teaching students and share in our mission and vision of putting the needs of our students first. Our goal is to support both the academic and social-emotional needs of our students, fostering a positive learning environment through our behavior management policies.

Atlantis Charter School is committed to recruiting, employing, training, promoting, and compensating a diverse team. We honor and celebrate your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity, striving to create and maintain inclusive, equitable, and welcoming working and learning environments.

Qualities We Look For

• Ability to work as a positive member of a team and successfully contribute to the team dynamic
• Contribute suggestions and ideas that will help our students and organization succeed
• Able to build rapport with students and establish appropriate boundaries that support growth and development
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed to support our students
• Willingness to get involved with students outside of the classroom in activities such as clubs, sports, tutoring, and volunteering
• Provides an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates cultural differences
• Experience creating instructional materials and hands-on learning activities preferred
• Understanding of the various challenges students in an urban setting face and ability to adapt teaching style accordingly
• Knowledge of charter schools and what makes them unique

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in the area of certification preferred
• Knowledge of Restorative Justice and experience implementing it in the classroom preferred
• Valid Teaching License recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education or evidence of eligibility to obtain such licensure within one year of employment
• Experience using technology in the classroom preferred
• At least one year of teaching experience preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to relate well to others

Responsibilities

Standards-Based Classroom

• Adherence to MA Curriculum Frameworks and ACS Curriculum
• Efficient organization and execution of lesson plans
• Effective management of the classroom environment
• Promotion of student learning and achievement
• Demonstration of effective teaching strategies
• Appropriate use of technology in the classroom
• Promotion of equity and fairness
• Measurement of student achievement

Cultural Standards

• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with all members of the school community
• Interacts professionally with a diverse range of constituents
• Maintains an attendance record that meets or exceeds ACS policy standards
• Takes responsibility and accountability for assigned tasks, projects, and duties while maintaining a professional manner
• Makes efficient use of time by organizing and prioritizing work
• Presents a professional appearance by adhering to the ACS dress code
• Actively engages in job/career growth by attending in-service programs, professional development, educational courses, and seminars
• Actively listens and responds in a respectful, non-confrontational manner to the opinions of others
• Fosters a positive attitude in the workplace
• Maintains and respects strict confidentiality of any sensitive information related to Atlantis Charter School, its faculty, staff, and students
• Responds to concerns and requests of direct reports in a timely, respectful, and courteous manner

Benefits

This position includes benefits and time off.