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2020-2021 Middle & High School English Teachers (Eligible for Charter Teacher License with Bachelor's Degree)

Carmen is hiring Middle & High School English Teachers for the 2020-2021 school year! 

POSITION SUMMARY
Carmen Schools of Science & Technology (Carmen) is a small but growing charter school network with a mission to graduate all students as critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life. 
Carmen Schools currently operates five campuses, each one is as an independent charter school authorized by Milwaukee Public Schools or UW-Milwaukee:
  • Carmen High School of Science and Technology, South (opened in 2007, now serving 391 students in grades 9-12)
  • Carmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology, Northwest (opened in 2013, now serving 654 students in grades 6-12 and expanding to 800 students by 2020)
  • Carmen High School of Science and Technology, Southeast (opened in 2016, now serving 541 students in grades 9-11 and growing to 800 students in grades 9-12 by 2022)
  • Carmen Middle School of Science and Technology, South (opened in 2018, now serving 70 students in grade 6 and growing to 240 students in grades 6-8 by 2020)
  • NEW in 2019-2020, Carmen has acquired Stellar Elementary into
  • our network of schools, currently offering K4-4th grade, and will be expanding to K4-5th in 2020-2021.

QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Bachelor’s Degree
  2. Licensure issued by Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction (or eligibility for such licensure) in ALL subject areas to be taught
  3. Successful teaching experience, urban school(s) preferred
  4. Knowledge and skills in creating a learning environment that fosters college readiness and high student achievement
  5. Ability to serve as an advisor to a small group of students
  6. Ability to communicate effectively to achieve assigned duties and goals
  7. Knowledge, skills, and ability in effective classroom management
  8. Passion for quality education and student achievement
  9. Ability to function in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with a professional approach to challenges

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Execute meaningful and engaging learning experiences, interventions, enrichment, remediation, advising which have the academic rigor and success of a college-preparatory school, preparing students for college and meaningful careers.
  • Hold themselves and their students to high standards for achievement and success academically, behaviorally, and socially.
  • Know, understand, and follow all WI DPI teacher standards.
  • Work with an Instructional Coach to continually improve one’s teaching practice in a way that supports raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students.
  • Apply best practices in teaching and classroom management.
  • Commit to a culture which promotes learning, respect, trust, and responsibility.
  • Create trusting relationships with students and their families/guardians, involving parents in the student’s overall success.
  • Analyze data with students and the learning community to set individual learning plans as well as overall team goals.
  • Incorporate technology into daily teaching.
  • Maintain an openness to feedback from the learning community including taking advice and making corrections in the spirit of continuous improvement.
  • Update PowerSchool with grades and assignments weekly posting test grades within 10 days of the test date.
  • Read and respond to communication (e-mail, phone messages, etc.) daily.
  • Supervise students; ensuring safety at all times.
  • Support the mission, vision, and values of Carmen Schools of Science and Technology.
  • Adhere to the policies and procedures of Carmen High School of Science and Technology.
  • Possess/maintain a current Wisconsin Teacher License, Charter License, or One-Year with Stipulations License in all subject areas taught.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Predominantly works Monday – Friday in a school environment. The schedule may include evening and weekend hours as determined by the school calendar and leadership.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Carmen Schools of Science and Technology provides competitive salaries and benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 403b retirement plan. Carmen employees receive regular opportunities for professional development as well as personalized coaching, advising, and support from school leadership.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Carmen is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment in our network of schools. Carmen Schools of Science and Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.