Becoming Part of the Team

 

ASMS values a flexible learning environment that supports the development of the whole child. Candidates must therefore possess a comprehensive understanding of and deep commitment to employing varied instructional strategies to guide all students toward the realization of their potential as learners. Successful candidates will also be creative, collaborative, technologically proficient, and excited to engage fully in the extra-curricular programs of the school.

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Statement of Non-Discrimination

 

The Alternative School for Math and Science prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

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Employment Opportunities

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Position:  English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

 

Overview

ASMS offers a research-based, comprehensive middle school program designed to provide an academically challenging and supportive learning environment.  Standards-based instruction and assessment have anchored the experiential learning environment since the school’s inception.  Emphasis is placed on the process of learning, particularly in regard to the development of problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills.  The teaching and learning environment is enhanced by the use of a digital learning platform, enabling teachers to develop and deploy relevant curricular materials and students to demonstrate their learning in real-world contexts. 

 

Position Description

ASMS seeks an experienced, creative, and collaborative middle school English Language Arts (ELA) teacher.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to teaching ELA, advising, and facilitation/participation in the elective and extracurricular programs of the school.  All aspects of our learning environment are designed to support the development of the whole child.  Candidates must therefore possess a comprehensive understanding of and deep commitment to employing varied instructional strategies to guide all students toward the realization of their potential as learners.

 

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach up three sections of ELA, reading, and writing

• Monitor student progress for mastery of course objectives and differentiate instruction to meet the wide range of student needs

• Attend weekly team meetings to coordinate curricula and discuss individual student progress

• Provide standards-based assessments for all students which evaluate the proficiency level achieved for each learning standard being assessed as well as written formal comments on student progress

• Initiate and maintain communication with parents regularly through phone calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings to inform them of students’ needs and successes

• Assist with the supervision and oversight of the school spelling bee

 

Advising

• Meet regularly with individual advisees to support their social-emotional and academic growth

• Establish and maintain an ongoing relationship with advisees’ parents 

 

Faculty Member

• Participate in shared faculty responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Heads of School, which include, but are not limited to after-school activities

• With fellow faculty and staff, chaperone an overnight school trip at least once every two years

 

Required Education and Experience

• BS or MS degree in English, Literature, ELA education, or ELA-related subject

• Experience teaching ELA

 

Required Competencies and Skills

• Passion for teaching and working with middle school students

• Teaching in a culturally responsive and inclusive manner

• Comprehensive understanding of middle school ELA curriculum, instruction, and assessment

• Ability to use student performance data to assess the effectiveness of instructional programs and develop appropriate modifications to improve student performance

• Desire and ability to work within a team environment

• Fully embraces a standards-based approach to instruction and assessment with an emphasis on student learning

• Comfortable using a variety of instructional techniques and practices to meet the learning needs of all students

• Experience and willingness to use and learn new technology platforms and applications

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to employment@tasms.com.

 

ASMS prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

ASMS will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.