Alma del Mar is a K-8 charter school whose mission is to put every one of our scholars on the PATH TO COLLEGE and to challenge them to be SERVICE-MINDED LEADERS. We do this by immersing our scholars in a highly demanding, highly supportive environment where they receive a content–rich education. As an Expeditionary Learning school, Alma brings to life a three dimensional vision of student achievement that includes mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high-quality student work.

We're located in New Bedford, Massachusetts a beautiful coastal city known for its history as the heart of the whaling industry and as a central hub of the abolitionist movement.

Alma gets RESULTS for kids. Alma scholars not only outperform their district peers on MCAS, they often outperform their peers in the surrounding suburbs. In some areas, our scholar achievement now matches some of the highest performing schools in the Commonwealth. We have been nationally recognized for our work with English Language Learners. SUBSTITUTE TEACHER ROLE: 

Alma del Mar is seeking a great teacher to be a building substitute. The building substitute will work across a building of to 450 scholars in grades K-8. The teacher will be expected to collaborate with other team members. To succeed on this team, you must set and maintain a high bar for yourself and for your students, you must grow constantly, and you must effectively build relationships with students, families and colleagues.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We seek outstanding teachers with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least one year of experience working with kids 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A high level of personal organization
• Bilingual preferred

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Weekly meetings with someone who supports you
• High quality professional development
• Fully stocked supply closets for all your classroom needs
• 2-3 prep periods per day
• Competitive pay and benefits

Alma del Mar is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.