Date: Wed, 7 Jul 1999 13:09:36 -0700 (PDT)
Message-Id: <199907072009.NAA17772@isaac.exploratorium.edu>
To: pinhole
From: loril@exploratorium.edu (Lori Lambertson)
Subject: Fw: Science Teacher Position at Roxbury Prep Charter School
Hello Pinholers,
Here is a job opportunity for your information.
Keep enjoying your summer,
Lori
>Dear Educator,
>
>We are writing with the hope that you will refer outstanding candidates to
>us
>as we continue to recruit a Science teacher. We seek applicants who reflect
>the experiences of our urban students, 97% of whom are African-American.
>Please feel free to forward this email to potential candidates.
>
>Roxbury Prep, a public school, prepares its students to enter, succeed in,
>and graduate from college. Roxbury Prep is founded on the philosophy that
>all
>students are entitled to and can succeed in college preparatory programs
>when: 1) the curriculum is rigorous, engaging, and well-planned; 2) the
>school emphasizes student character, community responsibility, and exposure
>to life's possibilities; and 3) a community network supports student
>academic, social, and physical well-being. Roxbury Prep opens in September
>with 80 sixth graders and will grow to include grades K-12.
>
>Roxbury Prep provides:
>.Class from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
>.College prep Math, Science, English, and Social Studies classes that each
>meet for one hour every day
>.The opportunity for grade-level teacher-teams to collaborate daily
>.A limited class size of 20 students
>.Close partnerships with parents and families
>
>Roxbury Prep enables teachers to take advantage of the best educational
>resource in any school building: other teachers. Grade-level teacher-teams
>form "Critical Friends Groups" to promote reflective teaching, improved
>practice, and teacher collaboration. Critical Friends Groups meet for four
>weeks during the summer and for one hour during each school day to refine
>their courses, plan integrated units that connect the disciplines, and share
>teaching strategies.
>
>Roxbury Prep seeks a 6th grade Science teacher who:
>.Is dedicated to and effective with urban middle school students of color
>.Has subject matter expertise and uses a variety of teaching methods to
>engage students
>.Is committed to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration
>.Communicates effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and community
>members
>
>Certification not required. Teaching experience required.
>
>If interested, please fax or send a resume ASAP to:
>
>John B. King, Jr. and Evan Rudall
>Co-Directors
>Roxbury Preparatory Charter School
>1575 Tremont Street, Suite 705
>Roxbury, MA 02120
>Fax: (617) 566-2373
>Email: roxprep@aol.com
>
>Thank you.
>
>
>