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District-Wide Early Hiring Pool (SY20-21)

ABOUT THIS JOB POSTING

This job posting is for all individuals interested in teaching positions in the Boston Public Schools in the 2020-2021 school year. By submitting your application to this posting, you have the opportunity to participate in a pre-screening interview and to become a part of the district’s priority candidate pool. School leaders will have early access to the candidates in this pool, enabling them to reach out to interested candidates prior to the official district posting of jobs in March 2020.
 
This job posting ONLY includes: Classroom teachers
 
This job posting does NOT include: Guidance counselors, student development counselors, social workers, school psychologists, school librarians, adjustment counselors, student services coordinators, paraprofessionals, principals, headmasters, school secretaries or assistants, custodians, assistant principals, other school leadership positions, or substitute teachers. 
 
By applying to this position, you are demonstrating a commitment to BPS and to our students, and your application materials will be available to all school leaders who have openings for the
upcoming school year.
 
Who We Are
As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to
transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of
innovative, welcoming schools. We are seeking exceptional educators who are highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, leaders, and learners. 
 
In BPS, we serve over 57,000 students who speak more than 85 different languages and come from more than 100 different countries, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. 75% of our students identify as Black or Hispanic, 44% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language, and 78% of our students are low income.
 
Over the past twenty years, the Boston Public Schools has transformed into one of the most
renowned urban public school systems in the country, with groundbreaking programs for early
education, students with disabilities, arts education, technology, and English Language Learners.
 
Who We Are Looking For
Boston Public Schools knows that there is no more important factor in a child’s education than a
great teacher. Here in Boston, great teachers are passionate about urban education, drive student achievement, reflect the racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity of our students, and have a strong commitment to the City of Boston. Boston Public Schools also seeks individuals who are able to serve all students, regardless of ability or language, and who hold multiple licenses.
 
Qualifications 
 
At a minimum, candidates must have:
  • A valid Massachusetts educator license for the appropriate content area and grade level by the first day of school
  • A Bachelor's degree
  • The ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice
  • Current authorization to work in the United States