Job Description

The In-House Suspension (ISS) Teacher plays a critical role in supporting students who have been assigned in-school suspension by ensuring they remain engaged in academic work, build accountability skills, and receive structured social-emotional support throughout the day. This role requires strong classroom management, consistent communication with teachers and administrators, and the ability to foster a calm, reflective environment that helps students reset and successfully return to their regular classes.

In this role, you will:

1. Daily Setup & Student Orientation

+ Prepare the ISS space for the day, gather student assignments, and review expectations. + Take attendance and ensure students have the materials and clarity needed to begin their day successfully.

2. Student Check-Ins & Emotional Support

+ Conduct morning and afternoon check-ins to assess student readiness, emotional needs, and areas requiring support. + Build rapport and create a calm, supportive environment that helps students regulate and stay focused.

3. Academic Monitoring & Work Completion

+ Oversee students as they complete their synchronous classwork and online assignments throughout the day. + Maintain a focused, quiet work environment and promote productivity and academic engagement.
+ Communicate with teachers as needed regarding assignments and student progress.

4. Break Supervision & Behavior Management

+ Supervise structured breaks, including bathroom and movement breaks, to ensure safety and help students reset. + Reinforce behavioral expectations consistently and provide redirection when necessary.

5. Accountability & Reflection Activities

+ Facilitate daily reflection sessions, restorative conversations, and accountability tasks (e.g., TED Talks, Navigate360 assignments). + Encourage students to reflect on choices, develop problem-solving skills, and build responsibility.

6. End-of-Day Review & Transition Support

+ Guide students through end-of-day routines, including returning assignments, completing accountability tasks, and preparing for the following day. + Conduct final check-ins--especially for students transitioning out of ISS--to ensure they are ready to re-integrate successfully.

Requirements

What You'll Need (Qualifications)

An unwavering belief that all students can achieve amazing things Relentless pursuit of a classroom that centers students and continuously improves learning outcomes A passion for continuous growth as an educator A commitment to creating engaging learning experiences that are relevant to our students' lives and prepare them for success in an early college setting One to two years of teaching experience (preferably at the secondary level preferred). Bachelor's degree SEI endorsement within one year of employment Current authorization to work in the United States - a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment Alignment with our Values of + Students First: We make decisions with our students in mind and know our actions model the way. + Grow Together: We are role models of growth mindset, teamwork, and collaboration.
+ One Team, One Mission: We cheer for, lean on, and support each other as we play unique roles in support of the same mission.

Think you don't quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway!

We are looking for a truly diverse team of educators, and research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every requirement. We are working to become an anti-racist organization and want to recruit and support a diverse staff, to understand the history of inequity in education, and to ensure students see teachers, staff, and leaders who look like them working in their schools.

Want to learn more?

Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.

Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. This policy extends to, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.

Benefits

About Veritas Prep

Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student's path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school.


At Veritas Prep, we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career. Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers. Scholars learn important academic habits and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.


Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years' time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the general studies associate degree from STCC means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts public college or university after high school graduation.


Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.

Veritas Prep offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit packages that include the following:

Salary Range for this position is $40,000- $60,000, exclusive of fringe benefits. + If hired, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. + In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
+ Keep in mind, the above range is the full base salary range for this position. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.
We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time staff that includes, but not limited to the following: + Health, Vision and Dental Insurance Plans + Paid Family/Medical Leave Insurance (private and meets state requirements)
+ Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance (100% employer paid)
+ Enrollment in Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (teacher pension program)
+ Employee Assistance Program (100% employer paid)
+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and more...

About Veritas Prep

Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student's path to college and career by helping them set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school.


At Veritas Prep, we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career. Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers. Scholars learn important academic habits and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.


Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years' time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the general studies associate degree from STCC means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts public college or university after high school graduation.


Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.