Job Description
Job Description
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is seeking a passionate and skilled elementary teacher to join our crew in Sturbridge, MA. We are looking for culturally competent educators with experience working in diverse schools with English Language Learners and students with IEPs. We welcome candidates who reflect the cultural diversity of our school community.
What You'll Do
Design and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons that spark curiosity, critical thinking, and joy in young learners - bringing the unique resources of Old Sturbridge Village and our surrounding community into your teaching wherever possible
Plan and facilitate Learning Expeditions - the hallmark of EL Education - that connect academic content to real-world experiences, fieldwork, and hands-on discovery
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all students, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs, using culturally responsive teaching practices
Use data to drive your instruction: analyze iReady results, MCAS trends, and ongoing progress monitoring to adjust your practice and support every learner
Provide intervention support for students who need additional scaffolding
Engage students in portfolio-based assessment and support student-led conferences as a meaningful demonstration of growth and mastery
Build strong, proactive relationships with families - seeking out perspectives across a range of identities and communicating with care and consistency
Model a strong commitment to our identity as an anti-racist school community, championing student empowerment and bringing a "whatever it takes" spirit to every child's success
Participate in school-wide events, celebrations of learning, and community activities that make OSA a place students and families are proud to belong to
Take on responsibilities beyond the classroom as needed - showing up as a full and committed member of our crew
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university
Massachusetts teaching license (Elementary 1-6) or eligibility for licensure; subject matter MTEL accepted
Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Teacher Endorsement (or willingness to obtain)
Experience with young learners and a strong understanding of early childhood and elementary development
Comfort using data - iReady, MCAS, and benchmark assessments - to inform instruction and monitor progress
Willingness to participate in EL Education training and engage with the broader EL network
Availability for summer professional development prior to the start of the school year
A genuine collaborative spirit and commitment to a crew-oriented, mission-driven culture
Persistence, problem-solving ability, and the flexibility to take on whatever the work requires
A belief that every child is capable of reflective thinking, articulate communication, and high-quality work
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Visit our school website at www.osacps.org
To apply, please apply at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VXSGCK6
Welcome to ATX Learning
Old 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 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. The school will be distinguished by four key elements of EL Education: a commitment to community, a commitment to high-quality work, a commitment to real world applications and a commitment to imagination, exploration and immersion. A culture of quality will permeate the school and our students will graduate with an understanding of how they learn best and how to advocate for the resources they need when they are challenged.