The Role: What You’ll DoAs the Music Teacher at Veritas Prep Middle School you’ll implement a music curriculum for grades 5-8 that will inspire students’ knowledge, love, and creation of music. As our middle school music teacher you will collaborate with the leadership team to build a vision for the music program as we continue to grow. You’ll plan and deliver high-quality instruction daily and collaborate with a growing team of enrichment teachers to ensure students have access to engaging enrichment classes that enhance their education and prepare them for college-level work. You’ll also:Build a music program that offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage with musicTeach a Seminar course focused on college, career and life readiness, using the Naviance platform and a curriculum aligned with our college partnersUtilize and continually strengthen your deep content knowledge to prepare high-quality, effective lessonsLearn, contribute to and use school-wide routines and systems that help our school run smoothly and keep the focus on teaching and learningUse data to make decisions and to support the growth of our students in the classroomSupport the development of valuable college and career readiness skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactionsBuild deep relationships and actively partner and communicate with parents, families, and community partnersEngage in learning about and supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in educationSupport a school-wide student-centered culture, providing opportunities for student feedback and leadershipParticipate in weekly or bi-weekly coaching meetings, incorporating feedback into daily teaching and planning practicesParticipate actively in weekly planning meetings with fellow enrichment teachers to build a positive culture in your classroomsTeach students valuable social-emotional skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactionsRequirementsWhat You’ll Need An unwavering belief that all students can achieve amazing things A passion for continuous growth as an educator Two to three years of teaching experience (preferred) Bachelor’s degree Ability and desire to build and implement a visual art curriculum Have or be eligible for a MA teaching license in Music Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment Wondering if you should apply? Are you passionate about giving every child access to an education that will prepare them for wherever life takes them? Have you been thinking about a career change? Do you have experience working with children? Are you a life-long learner who thrives on feedback? If you answered yes, you should apply!Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We are looking for a truly diverse team of educators, and research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every requirement. We are an anti-racist organization and want to recruit and support a diverse staff, to understand the history of inequity in education, and to ensure students see teachers, staff, and leaders who look like them working in their schools.Still not sure? Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer 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.BenefitsVeritas Prep offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages that include the following:Salary Range for this position is $58,000-$100,000 exclusive of fringe benefits. If hired, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. Keep in mind, the above range is the full base salary range for this position. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time staff that includes, but not limited to the following:Health, Vision and Dental Insurance PlansPaid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements)Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid)Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program)Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and more...About Veritas PrepVeritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school. At Veritas Prep, we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career. Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers. Scholars learn important academic habits and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school. Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years’ time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the general studies associate degree from STCC means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts public college or university after high school graduation.Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.
The Role: What You’ll Do
As the Music Teacher at Veritas Prep Middle School you’ll implement a music curriculum for grades 5-8 that will inspire students’ knowledge, love, and creation of music. As our middle school music teacher you will collaborate with the leadership team to build a vision for the music program as we continue to grow. You’ll plan and deliver high-quality instruction daily and collaborate with a growing team of enrichment teachers to ensure students have access to engaging enrichment classes that enhance their education and prepare them for college-level work.
You’ll also:
- Build a music program that offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage with music
- Teach a Seminar course focused on college, career and life readiness, using the Naviance platform and a curriculum aligned with our college partners
- Utilize and continually strengthen your deep content knowledge to prepare high-quality, effective lessons
- Learn, contribute to and use school-wide routines and systems that help our school run smoothly and keep the focus on teaching and learning
- Use data to make decisions and to support the growth of our students in the classroom
- Support the development of valuable college and career readiness skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactions
- Build deep relationships and actively partner and communicate with parents, families, and community partners
- Engage in learning about and supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in education
- Support a school-wide student-centered culture, providing opportunities for student feedback and leadership
- Participate in weekly or bi-weekly coaching meetings, incorporating feedback into daily teaching and planning practices
- Participate actively in weekly planning meetings with fellow enrichment teachers to build a positive culture in your classrooms
- Teach students valuable social-emotional skills and embed this skill-building into your lessons and daily interactions
Requirements
What You’ll Need
- An unwavering belief that all students can achieve amazing things
- A passion for continuous growth as an educator
- Two to three years of teaching experience (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability and desire to build and implement a visual art curriculum
- Have or be eligible for a MA teaching license in Music
- Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment
Wondering if you should apply? Are you passionate about giving every child access to an education that will prepare them for wherever life takes them? Have you been thinking about a career change? Do you have experience working with children? Are you a life-long learner who thrives on feedback? If you answered yes, you should apply!
Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We are looking for a truly diverse team of educators, and research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every requirement. We are an anti-racist organization and want to recruit and support a diverse staff, to understand the history of inequity in education, and to ensure students see teachers, staff, and leaders who look like them working in their schools.
Still not sure? Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.
Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer 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.
Benefits
Veritas Prep offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages that include the following:
- Salary Range for this position is $58,000-$100,000 exclusive of fringe benefits.
- If hired, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience.
- In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
- Keep in mind, the above range is the full base salary range for this position. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.
- We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time staff that includes, but not limited to the following:
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans
- Paid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements)
- Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid)
- Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program)
- Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and more...
About Veritas Prep
Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school.
At Veritas Prep, we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career. Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers. Scholars learn important academic habits and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.
Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years’ time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the general studies associate degree from STCC means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts public college or university after high school graduation.
Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.
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 served over 400 Springfield students each school year as one of Massachusetts’ top-performing middle schools.Building on the success of our middle school, we opened our high school in the Fall of 2022 and updated our mission to prepare students in grades 5-12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. VPCS has earned an Early College designation from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and we currently partner with Springfield Technical Community College and Worcester State University to offer college credits to over 350 high school students each school year.We envision an education landscape that is equitable, where every student in Springfield, Massachusetts, is equipped to obtain a college degree and make informed choices after high school. We value students first and make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way. Our Team grows together by modeling the way with a growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration. We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of our mission.VPCS provides 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, please visit www.veritasprepma.org.
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 served over 400 Springfield students each school year as one of Massachusetts’ top-performing middle schools.
Building on the success of our middle school, we opened our high school in the Fall of 2022 and updated our mission to prepare students in grades 5-12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. VPCS has earned an Early College designation from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, and we currently partner with Springfield Technical Community College and Worcester State University to offer college credits to over 350 high school students each school year.
We envision an education landscape that is equitable, where every student in Springfield, Massachusetts, is equipped to obtain a college degree and make informed choices after high school. We value students first and make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way. Our Team grows together by modeling the way with a growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration. We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of our mission.
VPCS provides 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, please visit www.veritasprepma.org.
