Careers
Our team at Phoenix Charter Academy is made up of educators and leaders dedicated to educational equity and justice across the state of Massachusetts.
About Phoenix
The Phoenix Charter Academy Network is comprised of three open-enrollment, college and career preparatory public high schools in Massachusetts. We proudly serve over 500 students each year from Chelsea, Lawrence, Springfield, and their surrounding communities. Phoenix schools combine rigorous academics with relentless student supports so that our students reach proficiency on the MCAS, graduate from high school, and succeed in college or a career pathway of their choice.
Why Work at Phoenix?
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Empowering Youth Through Relationships
Our culture of positive youth development, which prioritizes transformative relationships with young people
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Revolutionizing Education: Self-Paced Success
Our innovative academic model built on our core competencies, self-paced learning, college and career success, and more
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Restorative Justice Champion
Our commitment to restorative justice, in principle and in everyday practices.
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An Anti-Racism Education
Our commitment to be a part of a larger anti-racist educational movement.
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Development and Growth Opportunity
Our robust system of professional development and coaching for all staff, as well as growth opportunities for career advancement.
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Inclusive Community Bonds
Our strength of community and inclusivity, where we strive to make every student and staff member feel seen and heard.
Listen as Mike Caban, a long-time staff member at Phoenix Lawrence, explains why he chose to work at Phoenix.
All Students Can Succeed
Phoenix was founded on the unwavering belief that all students can succeed. Our students often didn’t “fit the mold” of their previous schools. At Phoenix we strive to break that mold, providing a unique and revolutionary educational experience. In order for all students to succeed, we believe in maintaining high expectations, providing a holistic system of supports, affirming our students’ identities, and differentiating for each student’s unique needs and gifts.
Our Values
Each Phoenix campus is shaped by the values of the students, families, and staff who are compose it. While each community is unique, shared themes run throughout: hard work and resilience, honest and at times difficult conversations, accountability for one’s actions, the value of second chances, and a belief in the inherent worth of every individual. These values come to life in intentionally small school settings where belonging is central.
What We Offer
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Health Insurance
We’ve got you covered! Options for your healthcare needs and preferences with Bluecross Blue Shield
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Dental & Vision
Love your smile with dental coverage from Dental Blue Freedom; A vision plan you can see, with VSP!
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Mental Health & Counseling
We’re invested in the “whole” you with our available Learn to Live wellness plan for your mental health and wellness.
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Retirement Plans
Keep your future on track with our 403b plan.
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Longevity Bonus Structure
It pays to stay! Longevity bonuses for 3, 5, 10, 15, and 20 years of service; paid sabbaticals after 10 and 20 years of service.
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...And More!
Phoenix has programs in place to contribute to employee’s 403b retirement plans and contribute to repaying student loans.travel assistance, and more!
“Serving these students, learning their stories, celebrating their successes, and supporting their needs has reinvigorated the passion I once thought I had lost. In my nine years of teaching, I have never felt this level of fulfillment. Phoenix scholars always find a way to fill your cup. I am home, and Phoenix is my why.”
- Joseph Saucedo
Humanities Teacher (Lawrence)
“Phoenix changed my life when I was just 16 years old. It became a place where I was seen, supported, and given the opportunity to see a different future for myself. I came back as an employee because I wanted to give back to the school and community that had given so much to me. I know firsthand what Phoenix can mean to a young person because I was that young person.”
- Angela Rivera
Manager of Operations & Communications (Statewide)
"I feel so privileged to work with our students at Phoenix. They really value their relationships with us as staff, and the future college and career pathways that Phoenix provides - pathways which may have been denied to them before coming to Phoenix. And because of that, they work harder, and we help them overcome whatever obstacles are in their way, as a team."
- Zandrina Atherley
Director of Post-Secondary Success (Springfield)
“The care and attention that we pour into our students is clear and evident. There are no students who ‘slip through the cracks’ at Phoenix. Every single scholar has a teacher (or two or three!) with whom they have a special connection: Someone that they visit every morning for a check in, go to when things get overwhelming, and who also makes sure they're coming to school and staying on the right path."
- Aanssy Allicock
Humanities Teacher (Springfield)
“Phoenix strives to support students in a way that honors the whole learner—academically and socially/emotionally, while taking into account each student’s strengths, interests, and preferences as they plan for life after high school. As a special educator for over 14 years, I value that individualized approach for ALL students, including students with disabilities.”
- E. Leigh Zongrone
Director of Special Education (Statewide)
“I was drawn to Phoenix by the way the curriculum is differentiated to meet the needs of students. Our unique learning model allows everyone to progress without being held back or having to wait for the whole class. Students are in control of their education. I wanted to be part of something I believed should be in all schools.”
- Susie Abdou
English Language Development Teacher (Springfield)
