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Mother Caroline Academy                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Job Title: Social Studies Teacher                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Reports to: Principal                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Salary: $ 55,000                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Position: Full-Time, Exempt                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Start Date: 8/24/26

Job Description:

Mother Caroline Academy (MCA) seeks a driven, well-qualified Humanities Middle School Teacher to join its robust faculty and staff.

Our MCA scholars develop a willingness to try, an ability to do, and a drive to care. Mother Caroline Academy provides an educational experience which celebrates the diversity of our community and prepares students with the skills they need to connect and thrive in our diverse world. We believe that a broad range of experiences and viewpoints enhances learning and enriches life for students and faculty alike.

Mission Statement:

Mother Caroline Academy inspires girls in grades 3-8 to think bigger, bolder, and beyond through educational excellence, leadership development, and community stewardship. We provide a safe space that fosters social and emotional learning. Our goal is to empower students and families to achieve generational growth and development, while envisioning a future with limitless possibilities.

About Mother Caroline Academy and Education Center:

Mother Caroline Academy is a tuition-free, independent school for girls in grades 3-8 from Boston’s underserved neighborhoods. Serving girls of all faiths, races, and cultures, the school provides a high-quality education that nurtures each student’s unique gifts and prepares her for success in competitive secondary schools and college. Rooted in Catholic tradition, MCA emphasizes scholarship, leadership, social, and moral development. The Academy supports its graduates through secondary and college education, with a 100% high school graduation rate and 96% college enrollment rate.

In addition to its academic focus, MCA offers educational programs for families, helping to ensure a supportive community. With a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio and extended school days, Mother Caroline Academy provides a holistic education fostering academic skills, resilience, and character. Graduates attend top schools such as Boston Latin, Commonwealth School, and St. Paul’s. Our graduates also aspire to careers in medicine, engineering, business, education, and more. As Boston’s only tuition-free independent school for girls, MCA Mother Caroline Academy opens doors to lifelong opportunities for students and their families.

The Academy is entirely privately funded. We believe our mission is best achieved by focusing on the needs of the whole family and preserving a spirit of volunteerism and commitment among all those who aid, support, and benefit from MCAEC.

Our Students:

Mother Caroline Academy & Education Center serves 74+ girls in grades 3-8, who are 80% African American, 13% Hispanic, 7% mixed race. While MCAEC is a school rooted in the Catholic tradition, students come from a multitude of religious traditions. The school overview can be found at: https//www.mcaec.org/about/

Essential Functions:

The Social Studies teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for school students in grades 3-8.

• Develops and executes Social Studies curriculum by 1) identifying standards-aligned desired outcomes (focused on history, geography, politics, economics, culture and current events); 2) designing assessments and performance tasks that demonstrate learning; and 3) planning engaging, age-appropriate lessons that build toward those outcomes. Units should include opportunities to make cross-curricular connections with Social Studies content and, when appropriate, incorporate visual arts.
• Supports English Language Arts instruction and collaborates closely with the English Language Arts teacher to intentionally align units of study, essential questions, and instructional pacing, creating meaningful cross-curricular connections between literature, history, and current events. Support student success through co-teaching opportunities, targeted small-group writing instruction, and shared instructional practices that strengthen literacy skills across both content areas.
• Design and implement writing instruction across various genres, integrating grammar and mechanics instruction purposefully within writing assignments and student feedback.
• Apply effective differentiation strategies to support all learners, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs, using intervention strategies as needed.
• Embed opportunities for critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity into all lesson and unit plans, including the purposeful use of technology and digital media.
• Incorporate reading, writing, and historical or cultural context into every class session to promote deeper comprehension and engagement.
• Maintain a strong classroom culture with clear expectations, consistent routines, and a high standard for student accountability in alignment with school policies and classroom norms. 

Skills and Experience:

• Proven success teaching Social Studies in an urban school setting, with a demonstrated track record of improving student achievement and fostering a love of literature.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education or a related field preferred (or currently in progress).
• Skilled in using data to drive instruction, including comfort with Microsoft Excel or other tools to analyze student performance and inform planning.
• Experience with standards-based instruction and backward planning, especially for designing thematic, literature-based units.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and mission-driven school environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Classroom), word processing, spreadsheets, and email communication. 

Traits and Qualities:

At Mother Caroline Academy, we believe that an excellent staff member embodies the following qualities:

• Holds high expectations for all students and believes deeply that every child can and will learn.
• Creates a positive, joyful learning environment and brings a love of learning to the classroom every single day.
• Thrives in a mission-driven, team-oriented culture and contributes to a collaborative, professional learning community.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset, welcoming feedback, coaching, and professional development as opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Perseveres with optimism, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to learning and growing alongside students and colleagues.
• Goes above and beyond to support students’ success and is willing to wear multiple hats to meet the evolving needs of the school community.
• Models strong character, integrity, and the core values of MCA, serving as a role model for students.
• Uses data to inform instruction, assess progress, communicate results, and set ambitious goals for student achievement.
• Has a strong work ethic, including a willingness to work an extended day and maintain availability to students, families, and staff outside of traditional school hours.

MCA School Hours:

Daily 7:30 am-4:00 pm

Vacations and school closures generally follow Boston Public Schools.

Compensation:

Mother Caroline Academy & Education Center offers an attractive benefits package including but not limited to: 403(b), medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, and professional development support.

Non-Discrimination Policy:

Mother Caroline Academy & Education Center is committed to a diverse and inclusive community with respect to race, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, family status, economic circumstance, age, and physical disability in its student body, faculty and staff. Mother Caroline Academy & Education Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, and athletic and other school administered programs. We strongly encourage applications from people of color and/or educators from historically underrepresented communities in independent schools to apply. Mother Caroline Academy & Education Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please submit your resume and CV along to:

Christina Qualls, Principal cqualls@mcaec.org

Donna Felix, Chief of Staff dfelix@mcaec.org