About the Employer
Teacher - Biology, Gr. 7-12 (SEI Endorsement Required) (Sy26-27)
Job Title for Context
Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional biology teacher with an SEI endorsement who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners, and leaders.
This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter.
Reports to
Principal/Head of Schools
Responsibilities
Teach: Biology in an SEI Setting
Core Competencies:
Accountability for Student Achievement
Using the rubric of effective teaching, the Office of Human Resources has identified priority skills and abilities that all BPS teachers should possess:
(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
Communicating Content Knowledge
Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires
Demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real-world settings and connects to other content areas and relevant standards
Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards
Equitable & Effective Instruction
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
Cultural Proficiency
Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected
Parent/Family Engagement
Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
Professional Reflection & Collaboration
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.
Qualifications-Required
Education:
Hold a Bachelor's degree.
Hold a valid Massachusetts teaching license in Biology at the appropriate grade level and SEI endorsement or dual certification in ESL.
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and
