HS Eighth Grade ELA Teacher

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Massachusetts Teachers Retirement

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) & Roth 403(b) with Match

Sick Time / Personal Days

Health Reimbursement Arrangement / FSA

YMCA Discounts

Dash Pass

Job summary

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School in Worcester, MA is seeking a High School English Teacher for Grade 8 on a full-time, exempt basis aligned with the Massachusetts frameworks and IB program. The role follows the 10-month academic calendar with a school-year instructional salary scale and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include delivering high-quality instruction, aligning with IB and DESE standards, and fostering a dynamic, inclusive learning environment while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant subject area; Master's degree preferred.
• As per DESE, teachers must hold MA educator license or pass MTEL within first year of employment.
• ELL teachers must obtain SEI Endorsement within one year of assignment (SEI course, MTEL, or ESL license).
• Experience at high school level and IB program exposure is a plus.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of subject areas and best practices in pedagogy.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of school curriculum goals.
• Plan instruction with clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Assess student learning using multiple forms of assessment and analyze data.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant subject area

Master's degree preferred

MA DESE MTEL/licensure within first year

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: High School Teacher

Grade: 8

Subject: English Language and Arts

Location: High School

Reports To: Building Principal

Subordinates: None

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt, Academic Calendar Year Schedule

School Year: 2026-2027

Salary: School Year Instructional Salary Scale $56,079 - $105,077

POSITION SUMMARY

The High School Teacher will deliver high-quality instruction aligned with both the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the IB curriculum, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment , fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment while modeling the mission and character virtues of the school.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

WORK SCHEDULE

Days: Monday - Friday (occasional weekends as needed for special events)

Schedule Details: This position schedule is based on the academic calendar of the School Year which includes School Vacations, Holidays, Snow, and District Professional Development Days.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of subject areas and best practices in pedagogy.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; analyze data and provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Assign meaningful work that reinforces classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents, involving families in the education of their child.
• Provide written assessments, referrals, and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities to remain current with educational best practices.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff/team/department meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.
• Build positive relationships with students in support of their academic and social development.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide timely progress reports.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and adherence to the educator evaluation processes as outlined by DESE.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively into instruction.
• Willingness to engage in extracurricular activities and school community events.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant subject area; Master's degree preferred.
• Per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) regulations, all Commonwealth charter school teachers must either hold an appropriate Massachusetts educator license or pass the required Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) within their first year of employment.
• Teachers assigned to English Language Learners (ELLs) are required to obtain the Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement within one year of assignment. This can be achieved through:
• Completion of a Department-approved SEI course.
• Passing the SEI MTEL exam.
• Holding a valid English as a Second Language (ESL) license.
• Prior teaching experience at the high school level is preferred; experience with the IB Program is a plus.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is typically inside a school or classroom setting.

Noise levels may vary, but are generally moderate, with occasional higher noise levels due to student activities or group work.

Some travel between classrooms and school buildings may be required.

The role may require lifting, carrying, or moving educational materials or students, as well as the ability to monitor and engage in physical activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift (up to 50 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequent bending, crouching, stooping, and stretching.
• Standing or walking for the entirety of an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment requiring multitasking and attention to detail.

Important Note:

Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Full-Time, Exempt Position with compensation based on the School Year's Instructional Salary Scale. The schedule for this role is based on the school year academic calendar. This is a 10-month position with compensation paid out over 12-months. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Eligible
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
• Dash Pass (DoorDash)
• YMCA Discounts
• Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
• Sick Time with Sick Bank
• Personal Days
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.

Welcome to ATX Learning

OUR HISTORY

Located in Worcester, Massachusetts and founded in 1998, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.

Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under five-year charters granted by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and governed by a Board of Directors/Trustees. Abby Kelley has had its Charter renewed consistently, without conditions, since 2003. Currently, the school is in the second year of its most recent five-year Charter term.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.

OUR MISSION

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence and character formation.

In support of this mission Abby Kelley each month (September -June) emphasizes a Character Virtue all students are encouraged to keep in mind in their day to day lives. The Abby Kelley Character Virtues are; Responsibility, Truth, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, True Friendship, Kindness, Perseverance, Self Discipline and Courage.

OUR PARENTS

Abby Kelley views parents as the primary educators of their children and encourages them to actively participate in our school's community. To foster positive parental relationships, Abby Kelley offers frequent information sessions and encourages participation through parent/teacher groups, classroom volunteer opportunities and other school activities. Abby Kelley faculty develops positive relationships and communication with parents, as strong parent communication ensures progress toward academic and behavioral standards.

OUR STUDENTS

Abby Kelley is a K-12 district with 1,424 and 250 staff. The AKFCS students body is reflective of the diverse population in Worcester as 92% of our students are Worcester residents. Our students body is 86% BiPOC with 55% identifying as African American, 22% identifying as Hispanic, 14% identifying as White and 8.7% identifying as other ethnicities. At AKFCS 71% of our students are High Needs and 18% are English Language Learners (ELL).

Currently, in our eleventh year of offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) for our High School students, the IB Programme develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. The Programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.

Students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, team sports, clubs, and musical activities ranging from electives to full orchestra.

Abby Kelley's graduation rate is consistently at or above 96% and since 2019 the High School has consistently been ranked among the top 10% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.