Join the Boston Public Schools Team as a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist
Are you passionate about education and dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment? Do you have a strong background in teaching and a commitment to mentoring and coaching? Boston Public Schools (BPS) is seeking a highly qualified BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist to join our team. As a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting and developing the next generation of bilingual educators in our district.
About Boston Public Schools
Boston Public Schools (BPS) is the oldest public school district in the United States, founded in 1647. With a rich history and a commitment to education, BPS has established itself as a leader in urban education. Our district is dedicated to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.
Office Overview
The Office of Recruitment, Cultivation & Diversity Programs (RCD) is part of the Division of Equity, Strategy and Opportunity Gaps (ESOG). RCD combines talent acquisition and cultivation, pipeline development, and diversity programs to better support candidates and employees from recruitment throughout their careers. Our office is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining a racially, ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse group of highly effective and culturally proficient teachers and staff members.
Position Overview
The BPS Teaching Fellowship is an accelerated teaching and licensure program operated by Boston Public Schools (BPS) in the BPS Teacher Pipeline Programs, Office of Recruitment, Cultivation and Diversity, Division of Equity, Strategy & Opportunity Gaps. The Fellowship is designed to increase the number of licensed teachers in the district who reflect the racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity of our students and our community. As a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist, you will assume a number of roles related to the support, development, and expansion of the BPS Teaching Fellowship and BPS Teaching Fellows.
Key Responsibilities
- Coach and mentor up to 15 Bilingual Teaching Fellows to be effective teachers in their first year, proactively managing Fellow performance throughout their entire school year.
- Support Fellows in earning their Bilingual Educator Endorsement (BEE) and provide on-site support at various schools.
- Develop and facilitate Fellowship professional development and online coursework.
- Collaborate with school administrators and other school staff members to enhance support for Fellows.
- Participate in planning and executing the professional development for BPS Teaching Fellows, including monthly Academy Sessions.
- Moderate online coursework aligned with teacher certification.
- Plan for and facilitate a summer orientation program for BPS Fellows.
- Promote the development of a professional learning community among BPS Fellows.
- Attend regularly scheduled professional learning sessions to build coaching and mentoring capacity.
- Coordinate with other teacher training/professional development programs and initiatives to support beginning teachers as appropriate.
- Actively contribute to the support of overall program goals by building personal leadership capacity and assuming leadership responsibilities.
- Manage the BPS Fellowship CAP (Candidate Assessment of Performance) Platform.
Essential Qualifications
- Valid Massachusetts professional teaching license.
- K-12 teaching experience.
- Bilingual/biliterate.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, ensuring all students access to the highest quality instruction, and closing the achievement gap.
- Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Strong communication skills, including use of BPS e-mail system and digital resources.
- Ability to work effectively, foster collaboration, and enhance growth in a team.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing standards-based instruction.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and learning.
- Experience in relating to adult learners.
- Experience in coaching or mentoring educators.
- Experience in developing and leading teacher professional development.
- Experience facilitating and building trusting, confidential, non-evaluative, and professional relationships with adult learners/aspiring teachers of color.
- Ability to track and analyze data.
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
- Experience leading professional development or creating other learning opportunities for teachers.
- Willingness to help new teachers identify their progress against standards for teaching proficiency, by engaging in non-evaluative conversations about their practice, using evidence of classroom practice and student learning.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with bilingual or multilingual students.
- Familiarity with urban education and the challenges faced by urban schools.
- Knowledge of best practices in teacher coaching and mentoring.
- Experience with program development and implementation.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
As a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist, you will have opportunities to grow professionally and develop your skills in teacher coaching and mentoring. You will work with a diverse group of educators and have the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of students in Boston Public Schools. Our district is committed to supporting the growth and development of our employees, and we offer a range of learning benefits, including:
- Professional development opportunities.
- Coaching and mentoring.
- Leadership development.
- Collaboration with colleagues.
Work Environment and Company Culture
Boston Public Schools is a vibrant and dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our district is committed to creating a culture of respect, empathy, and understanding, and we strive to provide a safe and supportive work environment for all employees. As a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist, you will be part of a team that is passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
The compensation package for this role is competitive and reflective of the district's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. We offer a range of perks and benefits, including:
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development opportunities.
Conclusion
If you are a passionate and dedicated educator who is committed to making a difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a BPS Teaching Fellowship Bilingual Specialist, you will have the chance to support and develop the next generation of bilingual educators in Boston Public Schools. We look forward to hearing from you!
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