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Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8), Lower Academy (K-8)

Young World Physical Education, Woonsocket, RI, United States


Middle School Math Teacher (Grades 5-8), Lower Academy (K-8)
RISE Prep Mayoral Academy (RI) RISE Prep Lower Academy - Woonsocket, Rhode Island

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description
Be a Math Teacher at RISE Prep Academies.

RISE Prep Academies believes educator quality is the key factor in scholar achievement. We seek educators who share our mission and set high expectations for themselves, scholars, families, and colleagues. We hire smart, driven people who are relentless in their work and have the characteristics and experiences necessary to deliver ambitious results for scholars. RISE Prep Academies prioritizes professional development and growth for each educator.

About RISE Prep Academies
RISE Prep Academies is a college preparatory K-12 public charter school network based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, where college preparation begins in Kindergarten. Approved by the Rhode Island Board of Education in October 2014, we opened our doors to our founding class of kindergarteners in August 2015 and our founding High School class in August 2024. Through a rigorous curriculum, highly structured learning environment, and character education, RISE Prep Academies ensures that all Kindergarten through 12th grade scholars achieve the academic skills, content knowledge, and character required for the path to college or career. We are committed to diverse schools enrolling from urban and suburban communities, and to teaching the value of diversity within classrooms and communities. RISE Prep curriculum includes a community engagement component to foster service, helping, and kindness among scholars to shape engaged and caring members of their communities.

RISE Prep Academies is built upon six critical elements:

A rigorous college preparatory program focused on literacy and math

A joyful culture with structure and discipline

Recruiting and developing excellent teachers

An extended school day for scholars

Partnerships with families and communities

Use of data to strategically propel scholar achievement

All educators at RISE Prep Academies will:

Embody RISE Prep’s mission, vision, and RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Self-Determination, Excellence)

Believe in delivering outstanding college preparatory academic and character education to all scholars

Take ownership for the achievement results of their scholars

Have a track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable scholar achievement gains or comparable results

Work well within a team and approach all work with positivity and determination

Be goal-driven, analytical problem solvers with a strong work ethic

Promote continuous improvement by being self-reflective and open to feedback

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills

Communicate effectively with scholars, families, and colleagues

Responsibilities
The primary role of the Math Teacher is to provide high-quality, grade-level instruction in Grades 5–8.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Implement RISE Prep Academies Academic Program to ensure strong proficiency in grade-level literacy and math

Internalize and implement high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum and instructional materials grounded in CCSS for Grades 5-8 Math

Provide access to grade-level materials with targeted supports, scaffolds, and interventions to meet diverse learner needs

Differentiate instruction and provide accommodations; adapt curricular resources for scholars with IEPs, 504 plans, and multilingual learners

Foster a joyful, structured learning environment

Establish clear expectations, routines, and procedures to manage behavior and maximize instructional time

Implement school-wide systems and morning meeting/advisory structures aligned to the school’s vision

Use data to inform instruction and monitor scholar progress

Engage in cycles of data collection, review, action planning, and progress monitoring with coaches and teams

Utilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning and provide feedback

Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development

Collaborate with staff and participate in training to increase impact as an educator

Communicate with families and colleagues about scholar progress

Collaborate with co-teachers and grade/content teams to support scholars

Participate in field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs outside the standard day when needed

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Current teaching certification or enrollment coursework leading to teaching certification

Enrollment or completion of required Science of Reading training per Rhode Island Rights to Read Act

Exceptional verbal and written English communication

Technological proficiency and comfort with online platforms

Preferred: Experience with high-quality instructional materials (e.g., Eureka Math, Wit & Wisdom, Amplify Science, StudySync, Illustrative Math)

Familiarity with Teach Like a Champion and other effective instructional practices; prior teaching experience with measurable results

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; certification in Special Education, MLL, Literacy/Dyslexia, etc.

Fluency in a language other than English (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, French, Wolof) as relevant to RISE Prep families

Compensation
We offer a competitive compensation package with comprehensive health benefits. Additional offerings include childcare reimbursement, MLL certification pathways, tuition reimbursement, investments in Special Education certification, and a vacation package. Final salary determined by experience, education, and current certification.

Be Part of the RISE Prep Team – Apply Today!

Applications will be reviewed as they are received; candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

For more information about our school or career opportunities at RISE Prep, visit www.riseprepri.org

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Roaslind Dacruz

30 Cumberland Street

Woonsocket, Rhode Island 02895

Phone: (401) 215-5039

Email: rdacruz@riseprepri.org

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