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Position OverviewOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is seeking a talented educator to provide instruction for students in grades kindergarten through 6. We are looking for candidates that possess experience working in diverse schools with English Language Learners and students with disabilities, classroom management expertise, and a passion for pioneering collaborative curriculum development set at a living history museum. Successful candidates will possess experience working in diverse schools with English Language Learners and students with disabilities, classroom management expertise and a passion for pioneering collaborative curriculum development set at a living history museum.MissionOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School will provide K-8 students with rigorous, real world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing school community, helping all students to become reflective inquisitors, articulate communicators, critical thinkers, and skilled problem solvers. Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School, an EL Education (formerly known as Expeditionary Learning) school working in partnership with Old Sturbridge Village, will foster a learning environment that represents all aspects of the diversity spectrum where our students will meet or exceed grade-level expectations in all subject areas.About the SchoolOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School opened in 2017 and will serve 360 students in grades kindergarten through eighth during the 2022-2023 school year.

There are 40 students in each grade level. We are chartered K-8 and will reach our maximum enrollment of 360 students in the 2022-2023 school year. We believe in hands-on learning that focuses on three levels of student achievement: mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high-quality work. Our schools habits of character, which define our culture, are courage, collaboration, stewardship, perseverance, and high-quality work.Qualifications?Bachelors degree?Elementary Certification (1-6) or must possess subject matter MTEL.?Possession of a Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Teacher Endorsement.Responsibilities Plan and deliver effective units and lessons that check for student learning using a variety of assessment techniquesSets high expectations for all students, but understands that students may take different pathways to reach those expectations Use teaching methods that engage all students in critical thinking, ownership, discovery, curiosity, and joy throughout the lesson Design case studies, incorporate fieldwork (including the resources at Old Sturbridge Village), experts, and service learning, projects, and products When relevant, contribute to the planning of learning expeditions (see Designing Learning Expeditions)Use assessment and data to analyze student learning, create intervention plans, and decide what to re-teach, provide additional support, or enrichment.Implement students Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 accommodations by using a variety of accommodations and modifying assignments, when applicable Use SEI strategies to meet the needs of English Learners in content areas as they develop reading, listening, speaking, and writing competency As needed, adjust and differentiate the curriculum to align curriculum and instruction with the needs of your studentsTeach intervention lessons to students who need additional supportRegularly and proactively communicate with families Teach, re-teach, and positively enforce school-wide consistencies and classroom expectationsImplement school-wide behavior management structures including the use of restorative practices Lead an advisory crew of students in daily check-ins, discussions, team building activities, social-emotional learning, and preparation for Student-Led Conferences Collaborate with other educators and colleagues, including co-teachers, EL Education school designer, middle school team members, special education teachers, instructional assistants, service providers, Old Sturbridge Village colleagues, and school leaders about students, classroom management, culture, habits of character, curriculum, instruction, and assessment Join Our Adult CrewAt Old Sturbridge Academy, our faculty and staff collaborate and support one another and our students through a number of school wide activities, events and celebrations.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in a number of these events, ranging from student and family orientation activities to celebrations of learning to graduation. We work together to support the safe and happy arrival and dismissal of our students, collaborate and plan together and use data to guide decision-making.We are intentional about engaging our faculty and staff in the development of the Academy and of themselves. School wide professional meetings happen before the start of the school year and throughout. All staff are encouraged and expected to participate in school-funded professional development opportunities during the school year and over the summer as approved by the Principal.Compensation: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.Application Instructions To apply for this position, email the following to jobs@osv.org ?Answer the following questions in 1 paragraph each: oWhy are you interested in teaching at a charter school that teaches through hands-on, project-based learning and is set at a living history museum (Old Sturbridge Village)?oDescribe how you envision using EL Education Core practices and Old Sturbridge Village in your classroom.?2 letters of recommendation?3 references with contact information?ResumeOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Old Sturbridge Village to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or membership in the uniformed services.

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