Grade 12 ELA Teacher

Job Description

Courses taught include College Prep ELA, Honors ELA and possibly AP Language or AP Literature.

We are primarily looking for candidates who have a passion for teaching students and share in our mission and vision. At Atlantis, we are committed to putting the needs of our students first and they are the center of all of our decision making.

Our goal is to support the academic, social and emotional needs of our students. Our behavior management policies reflect our commitment to providing a positive learning environment and supporting students in any way they need to be successful.

Atlantis Charter School is committed to recruiting, employing, training, promoting and compensating a diverse team. We honor and celebrate your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain inclusive, equitable and welcoming working and learning environments.

The qualities we look for in a successful candidate include:

• Ability to work as a positive member of a team and successfully contribute to the team dynamic
• Contribute suggestions and ideas that will help our students and organization succeed
• Able to build rapport with students and establish appropriate boundaries that support growth and development
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed to support our students
• Willingness to get involved with students outside of the classroom in other activities, such as clubs, sports, tutoring, volunteering to support events, etc.
• Embraces the use of technology in and out of the classroom with the ability to learn and implement new programs
• Ability to pass relevant MTEL's within one year of employment
• Provides an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates cultural differences
• Experience creating instructional materials and hands on learning activities preferred
• Has an understanding of the challenges students in an urban setting face and can adapt teaching style and approach as needed
• Knowledge of charter public schools and an understanding of what makes charter public schools unique

Additional requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, in the area of certification preferred
• Ability to Pass relevant MTEL/Praxis requirements within one year of employment
• Experience using technology in the classroom preferred
• At least one year of teaching experience preferred
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to relate well to others

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISION: Oversees work of paraprofessionals in the classroom. As directed by the Principal, may contribute to paraprofessional annual evaluation.

• Adherence to MA Curriculum Frameworks and ACS Curriculum
• Efficient organization and execution of lesson plans
• Effective management of the classroom environment
• Promotion of student learning and achievement
• Demonstration of effective teaching strategies
• Appropriate use of technology in the classroom
• Promotion of equity and fairness
• Measurement of student achievement

• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with all members of school community to carry out responsibilities
• Interacts professionally with a diverse range of constituents
• Maintains an attendance record that meets or exceeds an acceptable standard as defined by ACS policy
• Takes responsibility and accountability for assigned tasks, projects, and duties while maintaining a professional manner
• Makes efficient use of time by organizing and prioritizing work efficiently
  
  Presents a professional appearance by adhering to ACS dress code
• Actively engaged in job/career growth by attending inservice programs, professional development, educational courses and seminars
• Actively listens and responds in a respectful non-confrontational manner to the opinions of others
• Fosters a positive attitude in the workplace
• Maintains and respects strict confidentiality of any sensitive information related to Atlantis Charter School, its faculty, staff and students
• Responds to concerns and requests of direct reports in a timely, respectful and courteous manner

Job : 5784288

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,500 to $95,000 Per Year

• Bachelor degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Kristi Oliveira , Human Resources Director
• Atlantis Charter Public School District Office
• Phone:
• Email: oliveirak