25-26 High School Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science) Teacher

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated team members who are passionate about education and equity. This role focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that prepares scholars for success in college and beyond. Candidates will engage in meaningful professional development, collaborate with colleagues, and create an engaging learning atmosphere. The ideal candidate will embrace the belief that every scholar can succeed and actively contribute to building a respectful and equitable school community. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of students, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical and dental plan

Referral and return bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

7 personal days per year

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred.
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Next Generation Science Standards to deliver engaging science lessons.
• Collaborate with team members for effective planning and reflection.

Skills

Planning and organizing skills

Cultural competence

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Ethical practice

Education

Bachelor's degree

Rhode Island teacher certification

Tools

Next Generation Science Standards

CPI certification

Job description

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

We firmly believe that all scholars can achieve success in college and the world beyond, so we collaboratively work to foster a college prep culture. Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates positive identity formation for scholars and prepares them to live and work together in a diverse world
• Is results driven, with excellent planning and organizing skills, and a “do whatever it takes” attitude and work ethic
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development sessions and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan
• Internal hiring to capitalize on individual strengths and interests
• Referral and return bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
• All staff members receive 7 personal days per year
• Opportunities for curriculum development
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%

We are accepting applications for any secondary certified science teachers for the 25-26 school year for anticipated openings.

In addition, High School Science teachers are expected to:

• Utilize Next Generation Science Standards to deliver cross-cutting lessons in science
• Encourage and develop scholars’ use of scientific inquiry to understand core concepts
• Create an environment of respect and rapport
• Collaborate with team members for planning and reflective practice
• Establish a culture of learning that reflects the educational importance of the work undertaken by both scholars and teachers
• Establish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom and the efficient use of time, and the engagement with learning
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholars, including: expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content
• Use questions, prompts, and discussion techniques to cognitively challenge scholars, advance high-level thinking and discourse, and promote metacognition
• Intellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning, monitor scholar learning, provide feedback to scholars, and facilitate scholars’ self-monitoring of learning

Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required
• Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required
• A bachelor’s degree is required
• Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country. Learn more here.
• Certification in relevant coursework
• CPI certification

Compensation Range:

• Refer to Teacher STEP Scale

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online. Your cover letter should highlight your alignment with our mission. Your cover letter and resume should be saved with your first and last name. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.