Saturday School Teacher (SY25-26, High School)

What You’ll Do As a Saturday School Teacher at Veritas Prep, you will have the opportunity to work with high school students during Saturday sessions focused on academic enrichment and support. Your role will involve planning and delivering engaging lessons that address specific academic needs, foster skill development, and inspire a love for learning in students who may require additional support to succeed. Key responsibilities include: Designing curriculum and lessons that effectively support students in their academic goals Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and motivated Assessing student progress regularly and adjusting instruction to meet individual needs Collaborating with other educators and staff to ensure a coherent approach to teaching and student support Engaging students in critical thinking, discussion, and collaborative learning activities Providing constructive feedback to students and fostering a growth mindset Details: Saturday School will happen two Saturdays out of the month starting on 9/6/2025. The hours will be from 8:15-12:15 We are seeking three people to run Saturday School Saturday School Supervisor Credit Recover Teacher Study Hall Teacher Requirements What You’ll Need (Qualifications) An unwavering belief that all students can achieve amazing things A passion for working with students and a commitment to their growth and development A minimum of one to two years of teaching or tutoring experience preferred Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field Knowledge of high school curriculum standards and effective instructional strategies Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment Are you excited to inspire high school students? Do you have a passion for teaching, an understanding of the challenges students may face, and the drive to help them overcome hurdles? If so, we encourage you to apply! Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We are looking for diverse educators who bring various backgrounds and experiences to our school community. Still not sure? Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org. Benefits About Veritas Prep Veritas Prep Charter School (VPCS) was founded in Springfield in 2012 with the mission to prepare students in grades 5-8 to compete, achieve, and succeed in high school, college, and beyond. VPCS now serves more than 370 Springfield students and is one of Massachusetts’ top-performing middle schools. Building on the success of VPCS, Friends of Veritas Prep partnered with the Holyoke Public Schools, launching Veritas Prep Holyoke (VPH) in 2018 as part of Holyoke’s innovative turnaround efforts. VPH is a neighborhood enrollment school currently serving grades 5 and 6, growing one grade per year through grade 8. Veritas Prep schools provide a college prep curriculum in a safe, positive, and rigorous learning environment that allows students to thrive both academically and socially. Our educators believe in expecting the best from every student and in the power of building strong relationships with students and families, creating a community that supports the achievement of all. To learn more about Veritas Prep and the close-knit academic community of teachers and scholars in Springfield and Holyoke, please visit veritasprepcharterschool.org. Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employers 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 termination.