Middle School Humanities Teacher 2026-27 (FULL-TIME)

TrulyHired; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Charter School of Cambridge (CCSC) seeks a dedicated humanities teacher to guide middle/high school students in rigorous coursework and literacy development. The role includes advising a small group, engaging families, and participating in school-wide restorative-justice practices.

Requirements include a BA/BS, teaching experience, and the ability to teach more than one subject (English, history, humanities).

Qualifications

• BA or BS required; appropriate graduate coursework preferred.
• Teaching experience in a similar setting preferred.
• Ability to teach more than one subject preferred: English, history, humanities (English and history combined).
• If not certified in MA, charter school teachers must pass the relevant MA teacher tests (MTEL) by the end of their first year at CCSC.
• If not Sheltered English Immersion endorsed, charter school teachers must earn the endorsement by the end of their first year at CCSC with English Language Learners in any of their courses.

Responsibilities

• Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students.
• Work collaboratively to create and implement a program of study that is intellectually challenging.
• Work with a diverse student body from Cambridge, Boston, and surrounding cities.
• Promote a school-wide culture of respect using the principles of restorative justice.
• Develop students' literacy skills through analysis of challenging nonfiction and fiction texts.
• Improve students' expository writing skills through whole-class instruction and 1-on-1 conferencing.
• Serve as an Advisor to a small group of students.
• Engage with families regularly to support students' learning and well-being.
• Participate in myriad forms of professional development as scheduled for all faculty.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

BA or BS

Job description

Job Description

Community Charter School of Cambridge (CCSC) is a charter public school that serves students in grades 6-12. CCSC's school values are Belonging, Equity, Growth, and Achievement, and we focus on postsecondary success for all students by combining high academic and behavioral expectations with an environment of unconditional affection and acceptance in which all students can flourish. CCSC seeks dedicated, outstanding, and innovative faculty who are interested in:

• Joining our diverse and talented team;
• Contributing to our rigorous academic program and strong school culture;
• Supporting the school's commitment to anti-racism, equity, and restorative justice, which we aim to live out in our daily practices, policies, and systems;
• Learning through professional development that is team-based and includes an extensive focus on equity.

CCSC is one of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's 6 Blue Ribbon Schools of Recognition this year thanks to its successful efforts to improve student performance, particularly for those who were previously struggling. Please visit www.ccscambridge.org to learn more about our work.

A CCSC humanities teacher can expect to:

• Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students
• Work collaboratively to create and implement a program of study that is intellectually challenging
• Work with a diverse student body from Cambridge, Boston, and surrounding cities
• Promote a school-wide culture of respect using the principles of restorative justice
• Develop students' literacy skills through analysis of challenging nonfiction and fiction texts
• Improve students' expository writing skills through whole-class instruction and 1-on-1 conferencing
• Serve as an Advisor to a small group of students
• Engage with families regularly to support students' learning and well-being
• Participate in myriad forms of professional development as scheduled for all faculty

Qualifications:

• BA or BS required; appropriate graduate coursework preferred
• Teaching experience in a similar setting preferred
• Ability to teach more than one subject preferred: English, history, humanities (English and history combined)
• If not certified in MA, charter school teachers must pass the relevant MA teacher tests (MTEL) by the end of their first year at CCSC
• If not Sheltered English Immersion endorsed, charter school teachers must earn the endorsement by the end of their first year at CCSC with English Language Learners in any of their courses

Compensation:

• The middle school humanities teacher is paid on the CCSC Union Unit A salary schedule, based on step level and lane, ranging from $57,000 (Step 1 with a bachelor's degree) to $78,677 (Step 6 with a doctoral degree).