Match Education
Match Charter Public School is a free, high‑performing charter public school in Boston serving 1,250 students PreK‑12. Our mission is to prepare students for success in college and careers, fostering economic security and mobility. We admit students by an annual blind public lottery open to all Boston residents.
Our families bring racial and cultural diversity – representing over 20 countries of origin with more than 20 languages spoken at home. 94% of our students are people of color, 21% qualify for special education services, and 18% are English Language Learners.
Values and Equity Commitment Match’s core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are committed to creating a truly anti‑racist organization with diverse staff, inclusive professional environments, and culturally competent curriculum. For a full statement on diversity, visit our website.
MAT Program Overview The Match Associate Teacher (MAT) Program launches aspiring educators into teaching careers, especially those sharing key identity intersections with our students. The program runs one academic year (August 1 – July 31), with the possibility of a second‑year extension for MATs who demonstrate strong potential for continued growth.
Foundational Beliefs:
Great teachers are developed, not born:
Through reflection, coaching, and practice, MATs become highly effective first‑year lead teachers upon program completion.
Manageable workload:
The program provides training and practice needed without burnout.
Competitive compensation:
Transparent pay trajectories allow teachers to plan their careers.
Compensation Trajectory:
Associate Teacher Year 1: Base $52,500
Associate Teacher Year 2: $55,650
Lead Teacher Year 1: $67,403 (Base $64,903 + $2,500 retention bonus)
Lead Teacher Year 2: $72,554
Lead Teacher Year 3: $74,174
Lead Teacher Year 4: $79,325
Lead Teacher Year 5: $83,446
Lead Teacher Year 6: $86,537
Lead Teacher Year 7: $92,718
Lead Teacher Year 8: $97,869
Lead Teacher Year 9: $105,080
Lead Teacher Year 10: $113,322
Licensure & Certification The program supports provisional licensure in Massachusetts by:
Guiding completion of certification requirements
Embedding Moderate Disabilities licensure coursework
Requiring SEI endorsement via a DESE‑approved course
MAT Experience
Placements at grade‑level (K‑5), subject‑level (6‑12), or Special Education teams at one of our three campuses.
Full‑day classroom time with host teachers for observation, assistance, and progressive teaching responsibilities.
Comprehensive wrap‑around training and cohort‑specific professional development.
Mentor teachers and school leaders provide frequent personalized feedback.
Successful completion leads to high prioritization for open positions in the following school year.
Option to teach Summer Academy for further experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
Serve as a teaching assistant in the classroom.
Observe and provide in‑class support to host teachers.
Actively receive and implement coaching from Match staff.
Teach in a host teacher’s classroom with gradual increase in responsibilities as the year progresses.
Support host teachers with grading, material development, family communication, and related tasks.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Unwavering commitment to Match’s mission, values, and educational model.
Dedication to continuous learning and improvement.
Introspective and reflective practice.
Self‑sufficiency and self‑advocacy.
Eagerness to apply feedback to strengthen teaching practice.
Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Application Process The application cycle is rolling, with pre‑interviews and final interviews conducted in three priority rounds.
Priority Round One
October 27 – November 21: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
December 1 – January 9: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of January 12: Decision messaging.
Priority Round Two
January 12 – February 6: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
February 9‑13 & February 23 – March 13: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of March 16: Decision messaging.
Priority Round Three
March 23 – April 17: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
April 27 – May 22: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of May 25: Decision messaging.
*Hiring continues on a rolling basis after round three if cohort spots remain available.
Interested in building your career at Match Charter Public School? Please submit your application through our online portal. For more information on what it’s like to teach at Match, visit our website.
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Our families bring racial and cultural diversity – representing over 20 countries of origin with more than 20 languages spoken at home. 94% of our students are people of color, 21% qualify for special education services, and 18% are English Language Learners.
Values and Equity Commitment Match’s core values are Equity, Freedom, Teamwork, Innovation, and Accountability. We are committed to creating a truly anti‑racist organization with diverse staff, inclusive professional environments, and culturally competent curriculum. For a full statement on diversity, visit our website.
MAT Program Overview The Match Associate Teacher (MAT) Program launches aspiring educators into teaching careers, especially those sharing key identity intersections with our students. The program runs one academic year (August 1 – July 31), with the possibility of a second‑year extension for MATs who demonstrate strong potential for continued growth.
Foundational Beliefs:
Great teachers are developed, not born:
Through reflection, coaching, and practice, MATs become highly effective first‑year lead teachers upon program completion.
Manageable workload:
The program provides training and practice needed without burnout.
Competitive compensation:
Transparent pay trajectories allow teachers to plan their careers.
Compensation Trajectory:
Associate Teacher Year 1: Base $52,500
Associate Teacher Year 2: $55,650
Lead Teacher Year 1: $67,403 (Base $64,903 + $2,500 retention bonus)
Lead Teacher Year 2: $72,554
Lead Teacher Year 3: $74,174
Lead Teacher Year 4: $79,325
Lead Teacher Year 5: $83,446
Lead Teacher Year 6: $86,537
Lead Teacher Year 7: $92,718
Lead Teacher Year 8: $97,869
Lead Teacher Year 9: $105,080
Lead Teacher Year 10: $113,322
Licensure & Certification The program supports provisional licensure in Massachusetts by:
Guiding completion of certification requirements
Embedding Moderate Disabilities licensure coursework
Requiring SEI endorsement via a DESE‑approved course
MAT Experience
Placements at grade‑level (K‑5), subject‑level (6‑12), or Special Education teams at one of our three campuses.
Full‑day classroom time with host teachers for observation, assistance, and progressive teaching responsibilities.
Comprehensive wrap‑around training and cohort‑specific professional development.
Mentor teachers and school leaders provide frequent personalized feedback.
Successful completion leads to high prioritization for open positions in the following school year.
Option to teach Summer Academy for further experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
Serve as a teaching assistant in the classroom.
Observe and provide in‑class support to host teachers.
Actively receive and implement coaching from Match staff.
Teach in a host teacher’s classroom with gradual increase in responsibilities as the year progresses.
Support host teachers with grading, material development, family communication, and related tasks.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required.
Unwavering commitment to Match’s mission, values, and educational model.
Dedication to continuous learning and improvement.
Introspective and reflective practice.
Self‑sufficiency and self‑advocacy.
Eagerness to apply feedback to strengthen teaching practice.
Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Application Process The application cycle is rolling, with pre‑interviews and final interviews conducted in three priority rounds.
Priority Round One
October 27 – November 21: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
December 1 – January 9: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of January 12: Decision messaging.
Priority Round Two
January 12 – February 6: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
February 9‑13 & February 23 – March 13: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of March 16: Decision messaging.
Priority Round Three
March 23 – April 17: Application review & phone screen.
Initial interview with Director of New Teacher Development.
April 27 – May 22: Campus‑based interviews.
Week of May 25: Decision messaging.
*Hiring continues on a rolling basis after round three if cohort spots remain available.
Interested in building your career at Match Charter Public School? Please submit your application through our online portal. For more information on what it’s like to teach at Match, visit our website.
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