Summary & Overview of the High School of Commerce Summer School

The High School of Commerce will host an intensive extended-year summer program using a vetted SEZP-wide instructional model, for rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade students in need of recovering course credits.

The High School of Commerce will maximize the summer school experience to:

Provide four weeks of foundational intervention in reading, language, and math

Address underlying causes for below-grade-level performance that have/will continue to impact course grades and MCAS outcomes

Combat regression trends and improve transitions to grade-level rigor in high school

Reimagine summer school as an "academic ladder" through a nurturing community of learners

Session Dates:

Session I - June 20 - July 3rd from 8:00- 1:45 (all days - 10 total) M-Fri

Session II - July 8 - July 23 from 8:00 - 1:45 (10 days no Friday's)

Summer School Teacher Overview

The High School of Comerce needs strong teachers to create an four-week long implementation of rigorous academic support. Throughout the four weeks, Summer School Teachers will be responsible for implementing a variety of approaches to increase student academic performance and diligently monitoring student progress in response to those approaches. This role requires teachers to attend professional development and integrate related content throughout the entire month of instruction. The focus of the PD will be: research-based intervention techniques, curriculum/content review and preparation, teacher collaboration, lesson plan work time, and creation of a positive learning environment for students. As a HSC Summer School Teacher, you are encouraged to try new evidence-based strategies to strengthen academic success.

Teaching Positions Available

Algebra 1 - (x1 per session)

Algebra 2 - (x1 per session)

Geometry - (x1 per session)

Math Applications - (x1 per session)

ELA (grades 9-12) - (up to 4)

Spanish 1 & 2 - (x1 per session)

PE - (x1 per session)

Credit Recovery - (x1 per session)

Science - (x1 per session)

Teacher Responsibilities

With support and general guidance from SEZP and individual schools, teachers are expected to:

Work with Students

Measure and monitor student progress throughout the weeks

Adjust instruction according to daily student data from informal/formal assessments

Teach a minimum of 6 hours per day throughout the summer school

Implement instructional approaches and methods of assessment covered in PD to drive results

Professional Development

Attend mandatory professional development provided by HSC and complete any related prep work

Support & regularly communicate with your Summer School Site Coordinator before and during weeks of programming

Implement strategies for building a positive, high-quality Summer School culture

Operations & Logistics

100% attendance and daily on-time arrival is expected throughout Summer School and during mandatory professional development

Create appropriate lesson plans for each Summer School day of instruction

Manage any and all other tasks necessary for operational excellence as outlined by the academy leaders

Teacher Requirements

Must be a problem solver who works to overcome challenges

Must possess a belief that all students can achieve at high levels

Must demonstrate an ability to create differentiated lesson plans based on student performance over time

Must have demonstrated techniques for building relationships with students and families

Must demonstrate that students have been successful in their classroom

Benefits

Selection as a Summer School Teacher recognizes an individual for his/her outstanding instruction, leadership in the classroom, and commitment to urban education. The Summer School experience will also give teachers the opportunity to share with and learn from other great educators in a highly collaborative environment. In addition, teachers will receive:

A $30.00 hourly rate

High-quality professional development before Summer School begins. More details about the schedule will be released after teachers are selected

ScheduleTeachers will teach a minimum of 6 hours each day and are expected to provide support during transition times in accordance with systems outlined by the Summer School Site Coordinator.

Application Process The application will open on Thursday, March 27th and close on Friday, May 10th. Early applications are strongly encouraged, and selected candidates will be notified on a rolling basis. Please apply through TalentEd Recruit & Hire to ensure your application is received.

You will need to submit the following materials with your application:

Resume

Cover letter describing why you want to teach for the Summer School and what you hope to accomplish

Nondiscrimination Statement

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, disability or military service or marital status. The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in admission to, access or treatment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex in admission, administration of its educational programs or activities or employment. Springfield Public Schools is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discrimination on the basis of sex in admission, administration of its educational programs or activities or employment. The Senior Administrator of Human Resources, Kathleen O'Sullivan, Springfield Public Schools, 1550 Main St. Springfield MA, 011103, 413-787-7100, ext. 55428, has been designated as the employee responsible for coordinating Springfield Public Schools efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Springfield Public Schools may be referred to Kathleen O'Sullivan or to U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington, DC 20202-1100, telephone 800-421-3481.



Primary Location: Commerce HS
Salary Range: $30.00 - $30.00 / Per Hour
Shift Type: Summer School

Job Contact Information:

Name: Diane Bauer
Title: Principal
Phone:
Email: bauerd@springfieldpublcschools.com