BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket. 

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics.  We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different. 

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond

• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community

• Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars’ in a complex world. 

• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members

• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies

• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures

• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to): 

• Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan*

• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests 

• Collaborative, team-driven culture

• Instructional coaching

• Referral bonuses

• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement for all employees

• All staff members receive a minimum of 7 personal days per year

• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%

• Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)

• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)

• Longevity Bonuses

• Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education/certification beyond what is required)

• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

• Paid summer opportunities

*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees.  Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

In addition, the Junior High School Transition Advisor is expected to: 

High School, College & Career Pathways Program Coordination and Advising (Approximately 20% of role):

• Coordinate the JHS program to support scholars in developing individualized learning plans (ILPs), including:

• managing ILP curriculum platforms and planning lessons

• guiding teachers on ILP and pathways planning implementation

• collecting and reporting data to the Rhode Island Department of Education, and 

• collaborating with staff at the Upper Elementary School and BVP High School to ensure a coherent 6-12th grade ILP experience and data collection.

• Support the successful transition of scholars into the subsequent grade by reviewing progress reports and report cards, providing individual counseling to scholars as needed, and meeting with families

• Plan and lead school events as well as individual counseling to help scholars and parents understand options for high school, college, and careers.

• Provide advising and logistical support for families on high school options and admissions applications. Track and report all relevant data.

• Act as the primary point of contact with community partners to expand opportunities for JHS scholars’ college and career exploration and readiness.

• While the general schedule will mirror the standard school day, flexibility will be granted to accommodate responsibilities that occur outside of the school day.

Successful transitions into JHS, and from JHS to BVPHS (Approximately 30% of role)

• Plan and lead school events for families, staff, and scholars to ensure a smooth transition between grade levels, particularly for rising 7th graders joining JHS and rising 9th graders transitioning to BVPHS.

• In collaboration with the Dean of Operations, manage the process of student transfers into the JHS throughout the school year to ensure a seamless entry into BVP’s program and a positive scholar experience.

• Cultivate relationships and communicate with family, school, and community stakeholders as necessary to further individual scholar successes

Social Emotional Learning and School Culture (Approximately _50% of role)

• Lead lesson planning for JHS’s social emotional learning block and support teacher implementation.

• Act as a member of JHS’s extended leadership team, including duties such as on-call behavior response, lunch supervision. Participate on the PBIS, Scholar Support, and leadership teams. Note these meetings may take place outside school hours and up to 40 hour commitment is required over the summer break. 

• Case manage 504 plans in collaboration with the Special Populations Chair.

• Provide individual counseling per IEP goals and social skills groups as training allows.

• Ensure the implementation of complex Behavior Intervention Plans

• In collaboration with the Dean of Operations, lead JHS initiatives and family communication to ensure strong scholar attendance

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, professional references’ contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online.  If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.

Required Experience

Qualifications

• Rhode Island School Counselor or Rhode Island Teacher certification required

• Bachelor's degree required, Masters in education, school counseling, social work, school psychology or related field preferred

• A minimum of two years work experience in a school or similar setting required

• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred

• Teaching or counseling experience at the middle or high school level strongly preferred

• Strong organizational skills and ability to take initiative on tasks without direct support & supervision

• Strong family communication practices