Teacher - Theater, Gr. K-8 (Long Term Substitute) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Theater Teacher to join a community of teachers, learners, and leaders. The role focuses on high expectations, equity, and rigorous theatre instruction to close achievement gaps and support student success in a dynamic urban setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and a valid Massachusetts Theater Teaching License, with experience in urban schools and a commitment to reflective practice and professional collaboration with families and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Massachusetts Theater Teaching License required.
• Must meet state and federal guidelines to be licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet BPS Standards of Effective Teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Theater to students at assigned grade levels.

Skills

Accountability for Student Achievement

High expectations

Differentiated instruction

Engaging all students

Respectful learning environment

Family engagement

Reflective practice

Professional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts Theater Teaching License

NCLB Highly Qualified status

US work authorization

Job description

Boston Public Schools (BPS) seeks an exceptional Theater Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders. It is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

Reports to:

Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

Teach: Theater

Core Competencies:

Using the Rubric of Effective Teaching, the Office of Human Resources has identified priority skills and abilities that all BPS teachers should possess:

• Accountability for Student Achievement

(II-A-1. Quality of Effort and Work, II-D-2. High Expectations, I-B-2. Adjustments to Practice)

• Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort
• Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks
• Passionate and optimistic about their students, their content, and the teaching profession

(I-A-1. Subject Matter Knowledge, I-A-4. Well-Structured Lessons)

• Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work
• Uses instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation
• Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community

(II-A-3. Meeting Diverse Needs, II-A-2. Student Engagement, II-B-1. Safe Learning Environment)

• Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected

(II-C-1. Respects Differences, II-C-2. Maintains a Respectful Environment)

• Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning

(III-A-1. Parent/Family Engagement)

• Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development
• Seeks to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

(IV-A-1. Reflective Practice, IV-C-1. Professional Collaboration)

Qualifications - Required

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License for Theater, all levels.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified according to NCLB.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the BPS as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
• In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Terms:

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, natural or protective hairstyle, military status, immigration status, English language proficiency, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. BPS does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to work or learn. If you require an accommodation pursuant to the ADA for the application process, please contact the Accommodations Unit at [e-mail].