Category Archives: Teacher Education

Math Tutor for 3rd grader (West Medford)

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Hello- we’re seeking a math tutor for our daughter in 3rd grade.  She’s kind, funny and smart and is struggling with her math currently.  The ideal candidate will have experience working with kids, a good sense of humor and the ability to explain 3rd grade math in an approachable way.  Tutor can ideally use their own transportation/public transportation to our West Medford home.  

$45 per hour compensation. Thursdays or Fridays at 4 would be ideal time, but we can consider other times as well.
Please contact Karen at kpoggi@gmail.com to express interest and discuss details.
Thank you and look forward to hearing from you!

The Fessenden School, Science Teacher (West Newton)

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Company: The Fessenden School

Position: Upper School Science Teacher

Position Type: Full Time Faculty, Exempt

Start Date: 8/21/23

About Us

The Fessenden School is an all boys independent day and boarding school serving 525 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 9th Grade in West Newton, MA. The Fessenden School’s mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For more than 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational needs of boys.

Position Summary

The Fessenden School’s Upper School seeks an upper school science teacher who is responsible for teaching 4 classes of 12-15 boys, being a member of one of the upper school grade teams, serving as an advisor, and supervising study halls as assigned. Typically, upper school science teachers teach two grade levels. The course content is as follows: 7th grade – Earth & Environmental Science, 8th grade – Physical Science (a combination of Chemistry and Physics), and 9th grade – Biology. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Teach and stay current with curriculum and 21st century learning
  • Incorporate project-based learning, educational technology, differentiated learning and cultural competency into teaching and learning
  • Collaborate with Director of Equity and integrate multicultural and social justice curriculum curriculum into the science curriculum
  • Collaborate and facilitate character education and service learning programs with Upper School Head
  • Exemplify the School’s mission and community principles, including honesty, compassion, and respect 
  • Participate in and help facilitate all division and grade level activities and meetings
  • Coach a sport and/ or supervise sports study hall as assigned
  • Collaborate with colleagues within grade level, division, department and student support services, including the Learning Resources Department
  • Perform duties such as supervising drop off and dismissal, recess, lunch; being a homeroom teacher and/or advisor, grade team member, student club facilitator: leading/assisting with fall orientation, grade trips, overnight grade trips and events.
  • Maintain all documentation connected with the curriculum and students
  • Attend faculty meetings; typically on Mondays from 4:30pm to 5:45pm
  • Attend professional development meetings; three 8:30am to 4:00pm and three 3:00pm to 5:00pm
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance
  • Maintain current CPR/AED & first aid certification and child abuse prevention training
  • Other duties as assigned

Schedule

  • Orientation: August 21st and 22nd
  • School Year: August 28th to June 11th
  • Monday to Friday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related subject
  • Two years of experience in instructing children in an academic program
  • Ability to develop and provide differentiated instruction to meet learning needs of a range of students
  • Enthusiasm and communication skills to engage boys and build meaningful relationships
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control a classroom
  • Ability to perform critical thinking, organization, prioritization and problem solving with minimal supervision
  • Ability to serve in a diverse community of colleagues, students, and parents
  • Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, justice, diversity, and equity
  • A commitment to boys and boys’ education
  • Successful criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Master’s degree in education or related subject
  • Teaching certification 

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The requirements for performing the duties of this position are as follows: 

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear 
  • Regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel
  • Occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment, and the noise level in the environment is usually moderate.

To Apply

Every applicant must submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Other pertinent materials may be submitted as well if desired. Please apply through the Fessenden Career Site.

College Admissions Coach (Remote)

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Our college admissions counseling company, Winning Ivy Prep, is growing fast and we’re creating a massive impact on the families that we serve. We are hiring a remote college admissions coach to work with our students to meet demand.As a college admissions coach, you will report directly to the CEO and work with her closely on the roster of students that you will directly serve. If you are interested in empowering high school students and mentoring them to realize their college dreams, then take a look at the position description here.

Looking for:

  • Ability to work at least 10-15 hours/week 
    • The college admissions process is very seasonable. You will see an uptick in the number of hours starting June to December. This timeline goes through Thanksgiving and Winter Holidays. 
    • It is important to be available over email for students and parents during key deadline weeks in the event of last-minute questions.
  • Ability to commit for at least one year  
    • Our college counseling services are delivered year-round to seniors, juniors, and sophomores, whose engagement with us typically lasts from 1 to 3 years. To ensure consistency and quality in our services, we look for coaches who are ready to commit to a longer engagement as well.

The pay rate for the College Admissions Coach position is commensurate with one’s experience and usually varies between $35 – $45 per hour

Fessenden School Afterschool Teacher (West Newton)

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Company: The Fessenden School

Position: Extended Day Program Teacher

Position Type: Part Time, Non-Exempt

Start Date: ASAP

About Us

The Fessenden School is an all boys independent day and boarding school serving 525 students in Pre-K to Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. The Fessenden School’s mission is to teach, nurture, and celebrate growing boys; cultivating each boy’s individual potential and developing in balance his mind, character, heart, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years we have been committed to the education of boys, and our facilities, curriculum, and programs are designed with the necessities of boys in mind. 

Position Summary

The Fessenden School’s Extended Day Program (EDP) seeks a part-time After School Teacher to work Monday to Friday from 2:15pm to 4:30pm during the school year. The After School Teacher is responsible for leading students in a safe and engaging after school experience and reports directly to the Extended Day Program Director.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Coordinate with other teachers to plan and deliver focused activities for students in Grades 1-4, in areas such as art, STEM, sports and active games, imaginative play, and other fun, age-appropriate topics
  • Directly supervise and lead a group of students in these activities, ensuring emotional and physical safety for the duration of the activity
  • Participate in daily meetings at 2:15 with EDP Director and other teachers to plan, collaborate, and discuss topics around EDP program
  • Prepare for daily instruction, including setting up space, gathering materials, and communicating with the EDP Director and other teachers about any needs.
  • Communicate with EDP Director and other teachers in tracking students during sign-in, activities, and dismissal
  • Model appropriate, positive behavior for students and respond appropriately to challenging student behaviors
  • Perform other duties as required

Schedule 

  • School Year
  • Monday to Friday 2:15 pm to 4:30 pm

Minimum Qualifications 

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Successful criminal background check
  • Prior experience in a related position working with children

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Current CPR/AED & first aid certification (certification will be provided if needed)
  • Enthusiasm for working with students in grades Pre-K through 4.
  • Creativity to plan engaging activities
  • Flexibility to adapt plans and lessons to meet time, material, and spatial constraints of EDP
  • Classroom management skills to lead a group of children

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The requirements for performing the duties of this position are as follows: 

  • Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and listen
  • Regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel to get on students’ level
  • Occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds

To Apply

Submit an application through Fessenden’s Career Site. Please include a resume and cover letter.

Openings at Independence Mission Schools (Philadelphia, PA)

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Thank you for your interest in Independence Mission Schools! We help underserved students of all faiths living throughout Philadelphia. Our inspiring new network of 14 schools blends the best of Catholic education with innovative teaching strategies designed to meet the unique learning needs of students from low-income communities.

Click here to find out more about what it is like teaching in an Independence Mission School.

For all job openings and descriptions, click here.

For more information on Independence Mission Schools, click here.

Charles River School: Library & Media Specialist

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Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please use “library” as the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

Charles River School: Math Specialist

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Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please use “math specialist” as the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

Charles River School: 7th/8th Grade English Teacher

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Charles River School actively seeks candidates who will contribute and are committed to a diverse school community and inclusive educational practices. Interested individuals should send a resume and letter of interest to crsjobs@charlesriverschool.org (please use “7/8 English” as the subject line) and fill out the CRS Employment Application by clicking this link: https://forms.gle/KuQLJ6nF8ctLecLG7.

Academic Coordinator (Winchester)

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A BETTER CHANCE (ABC) PROGRAM, WINCHESTER MA
A Better Chance (ABC) is a national non-profit organization that provides academically talented students of color with an opportunity to attend outstanding public and private secondary schools throughout the United States.
A Better Chance Winchester was founded over 50 years ago to offer qualifying young men with the opportunity to attend Winchester High School where they learn in an excellent educational program that affirms and nurtures their academic potential; provides opportunities to participate in the arts, community service, athletic and other extra-curricular activities; and helps them develop confidence and independence as they prepare for college and a lifetime as active and engaged citizens and effective contributors to society.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Currently serving eight scholars (two Seniors, two Juniors, two Sophomores and two Freshmen), Winchester ABC seeks an Academic Coordinator to provide academic guidance, coaching, and mentoring. The Academic Coordinator should be academically successful and familiar with the demands and performance levels required to succeed in a rigorous, challenging high school. The Academic Coordinator would help guide the Scholars on organization of academic materials and assignments as well as study skills and other academic issues. We are looking for someone kind, upbeat, and interested in working with teens.

The Academic Coordinator will be at the ABC House (located in Winchester) and actively engaging with scholars for dinner and study hall with the scholars for at least three of the days Monday – Thursday, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm, and potentially one Saturday a month.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@winchesterabc.org

StAAR Center Graduate Academic Mentor Hiring

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The StAAR Center is beginning its search for new Graduate Academic Mentors for the 2023-2024 school year! Academic Mentors are master’s or PhD students who meet one-on-one with students to help them develop academic skills such as time management, study strategies, note-taking skills, and more! We are looking for graduate students who are enthusiastic and passionate about helping others to join our team.

Compensation for this role is $21/hour. Hours are flexible, and we are looking for students who are willing to work 5-10 hours/week. The application is open from February 13th through March 17th. The link to apply is below and can also be found on our flyer. We will also be holding two info sessions coming up on February 8th and February 14th. Please visit go.tufts.edu/TutorFinder to sign up for a session

Link to apply: https://tufts.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Q7r6Zw9kOnPlwa  

If you have any questions, please email the StAAR Center at StAARCenter@tufts.edu