Teaching Fellow

Cumberland, RI, US

Salary Range: $39,245.00 To $43,376.00 Annually

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP's scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities.

Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can achieve their goals for college and the world beyond

Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community

Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars' in a complex world.

Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members

Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies

Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures

Attends mandatory professional development and family meetings

Blackstone Valley Prep operates as a network of schools. Staff members may be assigned or reassigned to different BVP campuses, grade levels, or programs as needed to best support scholars and organizational needs. Placement decisions will consider individual strengths and certifications.

Other duties as required to fulfill the mission and vision of BVP

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

Comprehensive medical and dental plan

Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests

Collaborative, team-driven culture

Instructional coaching

Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement

All staff members receive a minimum of 9 personal days per year

401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%

Generous parental leave benefits

Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care, with dependent care matched up to $1,500

Longevity and experiences bonuses

School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

In addition, Teaching Fellows are expected to:

Co-lead a classroom with a certified teacher, serve as a substitute, and/or rotate into various teaching and support positions within a designated school as needed.

Execute academically rigorous lessons plans and administer directives with fidelity and efficiency

Implement classroom management practices that are consistent with the culture of the school

Solicit and apply feedback and seek opportunities for learning

Communicate and work effectively with those from diverse backgrounds, first and foremost by listening and building community.

Develop and execute a plan towards teaching certification within 1-3 years with the support of the Director of Teaching Fellows

Participate in professional development as determined/developed by the organization

Participate in school-wide initiatives that support student learning and engagement

Engage in content-specific development based on academics designated subject/grade area.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

2-year Associate's degree or 60 credits required

Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career as a teacher

A commitment to working with a diverse student and staff population

Strong desire/passion to teach in a diverse community

Bilingual candidates are preferred but not required