Mathematics Teacher

Position: Mathematics Teacher, Grade 6

Cambridge Street Upper School

Cambridge Street Upper School Community:

The Cambridge Street Upper School (CSUS) was founded in 2012 as a middle school serving grades 6-8. Our sender schools are Cambridgeport School, Fletcher-Maynard Academy and the King Open School. CSUS endeavors to develop and sustain a vibrant and high functioning teaching and learning community that values social justice, affirms cultural identity, and promotes academic excellence for all. CSUS actively aspires to become a culturally proficient school that reflects equity and inclusion and affirms the rich cultural and racial diversity of our student body and their families. We are committed to challenging the opportunity gap and providing academic excellence for all.

The Opportunity:

The 6th grade math teacher at the Cambridge Street Upper School will teach four sections of grade 6 math. The teacher will collaborate with the 6th grade team and will facilitate an advisory for a small group of students. The Grade 6 Math teacher reports to the Principal of the Upper School and works closely with the building Math Coach and district Math department.

The CSUS Grade 6 Math teacher is responsible for attending various meetings including Math department meetings, grade level team meetings and weekly Cultural Proficiency seminar; keeping accurate records and communicating with caregivers on a regular basis throughout the year, and performing other duties as requested by the Principal.

The Cambridge Street Upper School is an innovative public middle school in the Cambridge Public School District. We are looking for a dynamic, committed teacher with strong content and pedagogical knowledge, solid classroom management skills, a deep commitment to social justice and anti-racism and experience working in an urban school setting.

Duties:

The grade 6 math teacher will be responsible for implementing differentiated, innovative instruction to a diverse group of student learners. The teacher should have an appreciation and awareness of the unique developmental needs of middle school students as well as a conviction that all students can master complex math concepts. The teacher will work closely with the grade 6 teaching team, whole school teams of faculty including special educators, instructional coaches, and paraprofessional aides, as well as collaborate with colleagues across the district. The teacher will incorporate a variety of assessment strategies including district wide exams and formative assessments in order to inform and modify instruction as well as target interventions and enrichment needs.

Preferred candidates will have experience in the use of technology to enhance and differentiate lessons. Additionally, the teacher will recognize the importance of integrating social learning into their math class and advisory. The teacher will partner with families to include them in students' learning and development. As a professional, the teacher will be fully committed to continuous learning, improving, reflecting and working together with colleagues to ensure that all students achieve at high levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Knowledge about and the ability to implement the Massachusetts curriculum and the Common Core Mathematics standards.

• Plan effective instruction and use appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.

• Assess student learning; monitor students' understanding of the curriculum and adjust instruction appropriately.

• Create a positive environment for student learning and engagement.

• Use technology to increase student learning and interest.

• Maintain appropriate standards of behavior, mutual respect and safety.

• Communicate learning goals and high expectations to all students; strive to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.

• Implement district-wide common units and assessments.

• Other duties as assigned.

Your Skill Set:

As the incoming Math Teacher you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree preferred.

• Experience working with a diverse population of secondary school students is preferable.

• Ability to think creatively and constructively about the math program and curriculum.

• Experience using multiple teaching strategies, including ones to enhance student reasoning and elicit mathematical thinking for all students.

• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues.

• Required Massachusetts Licensure: Mathematics grades 5-8

• Experience with the Illustrative Mathematics curriculum and/or another inquiry-based curriculum

Cambridge Public Schools is committed to slowing and/or stopping the spread of COVID-19. Therefore, as a condition of employment with Cambridge Public Schools, all new hires will be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 no later than their first day of work. Written requests for either a religious exemption from this requirement based on sincerely held religious beliefs, or for a medical exemption based upon clear documentation from a medical provider should be submitted to the attention of the Chief Talent Officer.

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills, experience, and commitment to equity in education meet the qualifications of the position as well as stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.