Upper Elementary Lead Teacher (IMMEDIATE OPENING)

Title: Urgent Opening for Upper Elementary Lead Teacher

Location: Hyde Park Campus, Boston, Massachusetts

Immediate start available

Match Charter Public School, a high-achieving and tuition-free charter public school in Boston, is currently seeking an Upper Elementary Lead Teacher to join their team. The school’s mission is to provide students with the necessary skills for success in college and professional careers, ultimately leading to financial stability and progress. Admission to the school is determined through an annual public lottery accessible to all Boston residents.

The student body is wonderfully diverse, representing over 20 different nationalities and speaking more than 20 languages at home, with 94% being individuals of color. The school is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its student population, with 21% requiring special education and 18% being English Language Learners. The core values of the institution are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability, and the school is aggressively pursuing anti-racist organizational processes and policies.

Match Charter Public School has a strong belief in the value of a diverse staff, an inclusive professional environment, and a culturally competent curriculum. The school is currently looking for an Upper Elementary Lead Teacher to be responsible for the growth and achievement of their small class of students. This position requires at least two years of full-time teaching experience, with a preference for urban education settings.

Applicants should have a valid license issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, or be willing to obtain it within a year of being hired. The ideal candidate should have a firm belief in the potential for all students to succeed and must be committed to continuous professional development and implementing feedback. They should also have a proven track record of student growth and success.

Match Charter Public School offers a competitive salary commensurate with prior teaching experience, ranging from $61,819 to $98,899, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance coverage for employees and student loan repayment assistance.

Match Education is an innovative force in education, recognized for its high-performing urban charter schools and a unique graduate school of education that specializes in training teachers for high-poverty schools. The organization is dedicated to identifying and implementing ongoing improvements in education, and consistently striving towards educational reform. Discrimination based on race, color, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other protected classes under state or federal law is strictly prohibited within both The Match Charter Public School and The Match School Foundation, Inc.