HISTORY TEACHER - HS

Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School; South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks a dedicated High School History Teacher for the upcoming school year. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage students through a reflective and collaborative teaching approach, integrating arts and social justice into the curriculum. Ideal candidates will possess strong classroom management skills and a commitment to creating a positive learning environment. Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering educational excellence and making a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• BA degree required; experience teaching high school preferred.
• Knowledge of discipline curriculum standards and arts integration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare curricula based on departmental learning objectives.
• Assess student work and provide timely feedback.
• Supervise students during non-class time.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Collaborative Teaching

Restorative Practices

Anti-Racist Teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PowerSchool

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$43,268.00/yr - $68,719.00/yr

HISTORY TEACHER 1.0 FTE

Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School, 7-12, Public Charter School located in South Hadley, MA

Job Description

PVPA has an opportunity for a full-time High School History Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who collaborates effectively with colleagues and understands the varied needs of high school students. The ideal candidate will be a reflective practitioner who has strong classroom management skills, 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. Our goal is to strengthen the comprehensive math program while supporting and challenging students to develop confidence in math. Under the direction of the Director of Curriculum & Instruction, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare curricula and instructional materials based on set departmental learning objectives. Classes may include Modern American History, Latin American History, Women’s History and the History of Civil Rights.
• Use an anti-racist, anti-oppression framework to prepare curricula and instructional materials based on learning objectives.
• Provide structure in the class by promoting a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and adheres to class norms
• Supervise students during non-class time (ex:lunch) as required.
• Assess student work and provide timely feedback to students and parents via the PowerSchool online grading system.
• Apply PVPA standards based grading system to report on student course progress and achievement.
• Attend and participate in regular collaborative team meetings with faculty and school-wide professional development activities
• Attend and participate in meetings with students and/or parents as scheduled, including open house and parent-teacher conferences.
• Coordinate with special educators to address the diverse needs of all learners
• Participate in school-wide events that occur during the school day
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications;

Preferred Qualifications

The successful candidate will minimally hold a BA degree, be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting) and be computer literate. Preferred qualifications include:

• Two or more years of experience teaching in a public or private school, preferably at the high school level.
• Eligible for “Highly Qualified” teacher status (MA Certified or able to pass Communication & Literacy and MS Math MTEL exam within 1 year).
• Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement
• Experience with high school students
• Knowledge of discipline curriculum standards
• Interest or experience in the arts
  
  

Other Information/Instructions

Salary Range: Full time $43,268 to $68,719 annually dependent upon degree and experience. Additional $1,000 stipend for individuals who hold a DESE license in subject area and potential for bonus at the end of the fiscal year.

2025-2026 school year consists of 180 school days plus 5 professional development/curriculum work days and a thirty-five hour work week that includes, on average, three class blocks per day of collaborative/independent work time.

Be Prepared To Provide

• A current resume
• Letter of interest/Introduction
• Contact information for three references
• Transcripts indicating degrees awarded
• Evidence of licensure or any endorsement if applicable
  
  

To apply please visit the PVPA Career Center at www.pvpa.org under the heading About/Employment Opportunities.

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