Biology Teacher

DescriptionThe Role: What Youll DoAs the 9th grade Biology Teacher at Veritas Prep High School youll provide engaging and rigorous instruction in science and specifically biology that will prepare students for college-level work. Youll teach biology through meaningful phenomena, case studies and projects that are relevant to students lives and build Scientific Practices as defined by NGSS. Youll work with a team to create a community where students of all identities feel safe, seen, and included, centering students in the classroom and fostering student-led discourse, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Youll collaborate with content and grade level colleagues and our higher education partners for coherence and alignment in our work and efficiency in preparing students for the next level.Youll also: Teach all 9th grade Biology classes, aligning with English around cross-cutting literacy skills. Youll provide targeted supports to students where appropriateTeach a 9th grade Seminar course focused on college, career and life readiness, using the Naviance platform and a curriculum aligned with our college partners.Utilize and continually strengthen your deep content knowledge to prepare high-quality, effective lessonsLearn, contribute to and use school-wide routines and systems that help our school run smoothly and keep the focus on teaching and learningUse data to make decisions and to support the growth of our students in the classroomSupport the development of valuable college and career readiness skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactionsBuild deep relationships and actively partner and communicate with parents, families, and community partnersEngage in learning about and supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in educationSupport a school-wide student-centered culture, providing opportunities for student feedback and leadershipActively engage in professional developmentRequirementsCandidates should apply if they align with our values of: Students First: We make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way.Grow Together: We are role models of growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration.One Team, One Mission: We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of the same mission.Qualifications: Demonstrates an unwavering belief that all students can meet and exceed grade-level academic standards.Exhibits a commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice as an educator.Builds and sustains positive, collaborative, and effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.Communicates clearly and effectively in both oral and written contexts.Maintains consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance.Bachelors degree required.One to three years of teaching experience preferred.Massachusetts DESE Elementary Licensure Preferred, or eligibility to achieve Highly Qualified status within one year of employment, demonstrated by: a passing score on the Communications and Literacy Skills (Reading and Writing) MTEL, anda passing score on the Biology MTEL (or equivalent), andSheltered English Immersion (SEI) endorsement.Authorized to work in the United States, with valid work authorization in place by the first day of employment.Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. This policy extends to, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and terminationBenefitsVeritas Prep offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages that include the following: Salary Range for this position is $58,000-$100,000 exclusive of fringe benefits.If hired, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience.In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.Keep in mind, the above range is the full base salary range for this position. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time staff that includes, but not limited to the following: Health, Vision and Dental Insurance PlansPaid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements)Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid)Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program)Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and mo