English Teacher

Job Description As an ELA Teacher at Veritas Prep, you will co‑advise a class of approximately 27 students alongside a Math/Science Teacher, sharing responsibility for both academic success and a strong classroom culture. What You'll Do Plan and deliver rigorous, engaging instruction in reading and writing that ensures every student can access grade‑level standards and produce high‑quality work. Build a joyful, structured classroom community where students of all identities feel safe, valued, challenged, and supported to meet ambitious goals. Implement, deliver, collaborate, and use data to improve instruction and student outcomes, as well as teach a daily seminar block focused on college and career readiness. Implement school‑wide routines and systems that create consistency, maximize learning time, and support a focused, orderly environment Deliver High Quality Instructional Materials (Wit & Wisdom) that enable students to develop strong literacy skills Collaborate closely with your ELA team to internalize curriculum, strengthen instructional materials in response to student data, and align on best practices Use student data to drive instructional decisions, provide targeted support/interventions, and accelerate growth during class, daily intervention block, and daily tutoring Teach a daily seminar block focused on college and career readiness, including goal‑setting, self‑advocacy, collaboration, and responsible decision‑making Reinforce social‑emotional skills by intentionally embedding them into classroom instruction, routines, and daily interactions with students Build strong, trusting relationships with students and actively communicate and partner with families to support student success Center inclusive, culturally responsive practices that affirm students' identities and promote belonging and high expectations for all Work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and school leaders to problem‑solve, support students, and contribute to a strong team culture Perform other duties as assigned by your school Principal and/or manager Requirements Candidates should apply if they align with our values of: Students First: We make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way. Grow Together: We are role models of growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration. One Team, One Mission: We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of the same mission. Qualifications Demonstrates an unwavering belief that all students can meet and exceed grade‑level academic standards. Exhibits a commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice as an educator. Builds and sustains positive, collaborative, and effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. Communicates clearly and effectively in both oral and written contexts. Maintains consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance. Bachelor's degree required. One to three years of teaching experience preferred. Massachusetts DESE Elementary Licensure Preferred, or eligibility to achieve Highly Qualified status within one year of employment, demonstrated by: A passing score on the Communications and Literacy Skills (Reading and Writing) MTEL. A passing score on the English, or Middle School Humanities MTEL (or equivalent). Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement. Authorized to work in the United States, with valid work authorization in place by the first day of employment. Benefits Salary Range: $58,000 - $100,000, exclusive of fringe benefits. The final base salary will be determined based on skills, education, and experience. The following benefits are offered to full‑time staff: Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans Paid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements) Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid) Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program) Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and more. Veritas Prep is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr