Founding High School Math Teacher

Excel Academy Charter Schools; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Academy Charter Schools in Providence, RI is seeking a dedicated high school math teacher to join our founding 9th grade cohort. You will deliver rigorous, college-preparatory instruction and contribute to curriculum refinement with your department.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree (master's preferred) and RI certification or is pursuing it, with at least two years of urban teaching experience.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred.
• Rhode Island certified (Secondary Grades Mathematics Teacher 6-12) or in the process of obtaining certification.
• A minimum of two years' teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required.
• Preference will be given to applicants who share points of intersection with our students, such as speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or a language commonly spoken by our students and families at an advanced level, being first-generation college graduates, or having grown up low-income.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school math to our founding 9th grade students
• Collaborate with department members on curriculum refinement and implementation
• Design and implement rigorous assessments that evaluate student mastery of academic standards
• Create a safe learning environment for all students by implementing Excel's strategies and best practices with consistency
• Provide coverage as needed during non-instructional time
• Serve as a productive member of the Excel Academy community
• Do whatever it takes to ensure the mission of the school is upheld

Skills

Urban teaching experience

Spanish

Portuguese

Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Excel Teachers

Excel teachers are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality, rigorous college-preparatory instruction designed to foster the success of their students. Teachers who thrive at Excel tend to be entrepreneurial instructors and hungry learners who crave frequent, high-quality feedback on their practice. They also have a great deal of passion and expertise in their content area that they are eager to share with students.

Starting salary and start date: $50 - 81k, commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate would start in August2026.

Your Impact

• Teach high school math to our founding 9th grade students
• Collaborate with department members on curriculum refinement and implementation
• Design and implement rigorous assessments that evaluate student mastery of academic standards
• Create a safe learning environment for all students by implementing Excel's strategies and best practices with consistency
• Provide coverage as needed during non-instructional time
• Serve as a productive member of the Excel Academy community
• Do whatever it takes to ensure the mission of the school is upheld

Mission Alignment

You share a commitment to and belief in all students and the mission of Excel Academy Charter Schools, including Excel's values and educational model.

You are committed to addressing racial and economic inequity in education.

You work effectively in a team environment and have a willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work.

You are open to change, are willing to problem‑solve, and seek feedback for your own professional growth and improvement.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree is preferred.
• Rhode Island certified (Secondary Grades Mathematics Teacher 6-12) or in the process of obtaining certification.
• A minimum of two years' teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required.
• Preference will be given to applicants who share points of intersection with our students, such as speaking Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, or a language commonly spoken by our students and families at an advanced level, being first‑generation college graduates, or having grown up low‑income.