High School Elective Teacher
What You’ll Do
As a High School Elective Teacher at Veritas Prep, you will design and deliver engaging elective courses that inspire students to explore their interests and develop critical thinking skills. You will create a supportive classroom environment that fosters creativity and collaboration while helping students discover their passions and strengths.Your role will be pivotal in guiding students as they navigate their academic paths and prepare for future endeavors.
You will also:
- Prepare and implement high-quality lesson plans that align with educational standards and student interests
- Assess and evaluate student progress, providing meaningful feedback to encourage growth
- Support students in building a strong sense of community in the classroom
- Collaborate with fellow educators to integrate interdisciplinary approaches that enhance the learning experience
- Utilize data to inform instructional decisions and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs
- Maintain an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates diversity among students
- Engage with parents and families to build strong partnerships in support of student learning
- Commit to professional growth and engage in ongoing learning opportunities within the education community
Requirements
What You’ll Need (Qualifications)- A deep belief in every student's potential to succeed
- Flexibility and a passion for teaching electives that engage and inspire high school students
- Experience in teaching or a strong background in the respective elective subject area
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
- Familiarity with differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
Are you wondering if you should apply? If you are enthusiastic about fostering creativity and helping students discover their passions, we encourage you to apply!
Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We seek a diverse team of educators and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you may not meet every requirement.
Still not sure? Reach out and have a conversation with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.
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.This policy extends to, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.
Benefits
About Veritas Prep
Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5-12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond! Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping students set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school.At Veritas Prep we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career.
Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and is considered one of the top middle schools in Springfield and in the state. Our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.
Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years of time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the General Studies associate degree from STCC guarantees students will be JUNIORS at any MA public college or university after high school graduation!
Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.