PREP CHARTER

9th Grade Seminar Teacher

Full-Time | School Year 2026–2027

About the Role

The 9th Grade Seminar Teacher is a cornerstone of the freshman experience at Prep Charter. Meeting with students twice per week, this teacher helps incoming 9th graders build the executive functioning skills, social-emotional awareness, and career readiness they need to succeed in high school and beyond—while serving as a steady, trusted adult during one of the most important transitions of their lives.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Functioning Instruction

1. Teach and reinforce study skills, time management, organization, and planning strategies explicitly and consistently throughout the year
2. Help students build and maintain systems for tracking assignments, deadlines, and long-term projects across all of their classes
3. Collaborate with 9th grade content teachers to identify students who need additional executive functioning support and coordinate interventions
4. Use data—including grades, attendance, and teacher input—to track student progress and adjust instruction accordingly

Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

1. Facilitate structured SEL lessons aligned with a recognized framework (e.g., CASEL) covering self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, and social awareness
2. Create a consistent and inclusive seminar environment where students feel safe to reflect, share, and grow
3. Support students through the social challenges of 9th grade: navigating new friendships, peer pressure, identity, and the transition from middle school
4. Identify students who may be struggling emotionally or socially and connect them with school counselors or support staff in a timely way

Career Development & Future Readiness

1. Introduce students to career exploration tools, interest inventories, and pathways aligned with the school’s college and career mission
2. Support students in beginning to articulate their strengths, interests, and goals through reflection activities and structured discussions
3. Lay the groundwork for future work in resume-writing, internships, and post-secondary planning by building foundational career awareness in 9th grade
4. Connect academic work to real-world relevance, helping students understand why their effort in school matters

High School Transition Support

1. Proactively support students in adjusting to the academic rigor, expectations, and culture of high school
2. Orient students to school policies, grading systems, support resources, and pathways to success at Prep Charter
3. Conduct regular check-ins, both whole-class and one-on-one, to gauge how students are adjusting and address concerns early

9th Grade Team & Culture

1. Serve as an active member of the 9th grade team, attending team meetings and contributing to shared planning and strategy
2. Help shape the identity, norms, and traditions of the freshman class—building a sense of belonging and pride in being part of Prep Charter
3. Partner with 9th grade content teachers, the school counselor, and school leadership to create a unified, supportive experience for all freshmen

Qualifications

Required

1. Bachelor’s degree required; degree in education, counseling, psychology, or related field strongly preferred
2. Experience working with adolescents in an educational, youth development, or counseling setting
3. Deep belief in the potential of every student and a commitment to equity and high expectations
4. Strong relationship-building skills with students, families, and colleagues
5. Ability to facilitate engaging, student-centered discussions and activities

Preferred

1. Experience teaching or facilitating SEL, advisory, or seminar-style courses
2. Experience working in an urban school setting
3. Knowledge of college access and career development tools for high school students

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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