Summary

Foundation Academies’ Summer Bridge Program is designed to ensure incoming 9th grade scholars build the academic foundation and confidence needed for success in high school. The program prioritizes literacy, mathematics, and scientific thinking, with a focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and strong academic habits. This role is ideal for educators who are committed to accelerating student learning and ensuring readiness for the rigor of high school. High expectations for both academic achievement and student engagement are essential.

The Summer Bridge Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality, standards-aligned instruction and ensuring scholars are actively engaged in rigorous learning every day. This role requires a strong ability to analyze student data, adjust instruction in real time, and build a classroom culture that promotes effort, discourse, and mastery. 

Reports To

Summer Bridge Lead

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Compensation: $40 per hour
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Bridge dates

What You’ll Do

• Deliver standards-aligned instruction in Science, Math, and/or ELA, focused on foundational high school readiness skills
• Ensure tight alignment between standards, objectives, instruction, and daily assessments (exit tickets)
• Build a classroom culture that emphasizes academic discourse, critical thinking, and productive struggle
• Use daily checks for understanding and student work to adjust instruction and address misconceptions in real time
• Track and monitor student progress throughout the program using provided data systems
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including targeted support for students below grade level
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect, and improve instructional practice
• Maintain strong classroom management systems that maximize instructional time and student engagement

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to directly impact scholars’ transition into high school
• Experience delivering accelerated, high-impact instruction across core content areas
• Development in data-driven instruction and real-time instructional adjustments
• Collaboration with a mission-driven team focused on excellence and equity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required 
• NJ Certification required
• Experience teaching middle or high school scholars strongly preferred
• Strong content knowledge in Math, Science, and/or ELA
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Analyze student data and adjust instruction
• Facilitate student discourse and engagement
• Build strong classroom culture and relationships
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and working with diverse student populations

Summary

Foundation Academies seeks a highly effective and detail-oriented Summer Bridge Lead to support the execution of our 9th Grade Summer Bridge Program. This role is critical to ensuring incoming high school scholars build the academic foundation and habits necessary for success in Science, Math, and ELA. This role includes pre-program planning and post-program follow-through in addition to daily execution. Success in this role will be measured by student academic growth, quality and consistency of instruction, effectiveness of data tracking and progress monitoring, and overall program execution and team support.

The Summer Bridge Lead supports both instructional quality and daily operations, working closely with teachers and leadership to ensure strong implementation of curriculum, consistent use of data, and a structured, engaging scholar experience. This role requires someone who can coach teachers, monitor progress daily, and ensure the program runs smoothly and effectively.

Reports To

Senior Director of Academic Operations

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Bridge dates

Compensation

• Total Stipend: $5,000
• Payment Structure:
• 50% ($2,500) paid prior to the start of Summer Bridge in recognition of responsibilities including:
• Supporting staffing of the program
• Ensuring invited scholars are enrolled and committed to attend
• Assisting with program planning and readiness
• 50% ($2,500) paid upon successful completion of the program, contingent upon:
• Full execution of program responsibilities
• Submission of all required data, reports, and materials
• Meeting program expectations for instructional support and operations

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support & Teacher Development

• Support teachers in delivering standards-aligned instruction in Science, Math, and ELA
• Review lesson plans and provide feedback to ensure alignment between standards, objectives, instruction, and assessment
• Monitor classroom instruction and support teachers in strengthening student engagement, discourse, and rigor
• Assist teachers in using daily checks for understanding and student work to adjust instruction

Data & Progress Monitoring

• Oversee systems for daily student data tracking and progress monitoring
• Analyze student performance trends and support teachers in identifying instructional priorities
• Ensure consistent use of data trackers and progress monitoring tools
• Monitor scholar growth throughout the program and support end-of-program reporting

Program Operations

• Support daily operations including:
• Attendance tracking
• Behavior monitoring
• Transitions and overall program structure
• Coordinate with staff to ensure smooth execution of the daily schedule
• Provide coverage as needed to maintain continuity of instruction

Staff Collaboration & Communication

• Lead or support teacher planning meetings focused on instructional improvement
• Communicate regularly with program leadership regarding scholar progress and program needs
• Provide proactive updates to staff on trends in student performance and areas for focus
• Support a collaborative, solutions-oriented team environment

Pre-Program Responsibilities

• Support student enrollment efforts to ensure strong attendance and participation
• Assist with staff onboarding and clarity around instructional and operational expectations
• Help ensure systems (data trackers, schedules, materials) are in place prior to program launch

Qualifications

• NJ Certification required
• Experience teaching or leading at the middle or high school level (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Analyze student data and support instructional adjustments
• Coach or support other educators
• Maintain strong organization and follow-through
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to equity and experience working with diverse student populations

Mission

Foundation Academies seeks passionate and dedicated teachers to support our Summer Academy for scholars in Kindergarten through Grade 3 and Grades 6 through 8. This program is designed to accelerate foundational skills in literacy and mathematics, reinforce key standards, and prepare scholars for strong entry into the upcoming school year. This role is ideal for teachers who are energized by accelerating student learning and ensuring scholars enter the school year prepared and confident. Teachers will be expected to maintain high expectations for both academic rigor and student engagement throughout the program

Our Promise

We are committed to closing the opportunity gap for all scholars in Trenton by creating classrooms that are rigorous, joyful, and rooted in strong relationships. Our Summer Academy prioritizes academic growth, confidence building, and the development of critical thinking skills that position scholars for long-term success.

Reports To

Summer Academy Principal

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Compensation: $40 per hour
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Academy dates

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons in literacy and/or mathematics that reinforce priority skills and concepts
• Ensure strong alignment between objective, instruction, and assessment, including daily checks for understanding
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including targeted support for students below grade level
• Build a classroom environment that promotes student engagement, academic discourse, and productive struggle
• Use student data to adjust instruction and ensure scholars are progressing toward mastery
• Implement consistent and effective classroom management systems that maximize instructional time
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect, and strengthen instructional practice
• Participate in program planning and any required professional development

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on scholars during a critical academic moment
• Experience delivering targeted, high-impact instruction focused on acceleration and mastery
• Collaboration with a mission-driven team committed to excellence and equity
• Professional growth in instructional planning, data-driven teaching, and summer programming

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• NJ Certification in P-3, K-6, or Secondary Specialization required
• Strong understanding of grade-level standards, particularly in literacy and/or mathematics
• Experience teaching in K–3 or middle school grades preferred
• Ability to analyze student work and adjust instruction to meet learning needs
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and working with diverse student populations

Summary

Foundation Academies seeks a highly effective and results-driven Summer Academy Principal to lead the execution of our Summer Academy program. This leader is responsible for ensuring that summer programming delivers strong academic outcomes, aligned instruction, and a structured, engaging scholar experience. This role requires both pre-program planning and post-program follow-through in addition to program execution. Success in this role will be measured by student academic growth, instructional quality, scholar attendance, and overall program execution.

The Summer Academy Principal owns both instructional quality and daily operations, ensuring that all systems—from staffing to data tracking—are tightly aligned and executed with excellence. This role requires a leader who can set a clear vision, manage adults effectively, and ensure scholars are making measurable academic progress throughout the program.

Reports To

Senior Director of Academic Operations

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Academy dates

Compensation

• Total Stipend: $5,000
• Payment Structure:
• 50% ($2,500) paid prior to the start of Summer Academy in recognition of responsibilities including:
• Staffing the program
• Ensuring invited scholars are enrolled and committed to attend
• Supporting pre-program planning and readiness
• 50% ($2,500) paid upon successful completion of the program, contingent upon:
• Full execution of program responsibilities
• Submission of all required data, reports, and materials
• Meeting program expectations for operations and instructional leadership

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

• Set and communicate clear expectations for high-quality, standards-aligned instruction across all classrooms
• Ensure strong alignment between standards, objectives, instruction, and assessment (including daily checks for understanding)
• Review lesson plans and provide actionable feedback to ensure rigor and alignment
• Monitor classroom instruction through walkthroughs and ensure consistent implementation of instructional expectations
• Lead data analysis cycles and ensure teachers are using student data to adjust instruction in real time

Staffing & Program Planning

• Collaborate with school leaders to determine staffing and student enrollment
• Ensure strong scholar enrollment and attendance by actively supporting outreach and follow-through with families
• Lead staff onboarding and provide training on program expectations, instructional priorities, and systems
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to plan enrichment opportunities and special programming

Operations & Program Management

• Oversee all aspects of daily program operations, including:
• Attendance and scholar engagement
• Behavior systems and expectations
• Food service Assistant coordination
• Field trips and special events
• Ensure compliance with Summer Food Program requirements, including training and implementation
• Supervise and coordinate staff and volunteers to ensure smooth daily execution
• Step in to provide coverage as needed to maintain continuity of instruction

Data & Progress Monitoring

• Establish and oversee systems for daily and end-of-program progress monitoring
• Ensure consistent collection and analysis of student data across classrooms
• Monitor progress toward program goals and make adjustments as needed
• Communicate clear, data-informed updates to staff on scholar performance and next steps

Communication & Culture

• Maintain strong communication with staff, families, and leadership throughout the program
• Share weekly updates highlighting student progress, program successes, and key announcements
• Build and sustain a positive, structured, and engaging program culture aligned to Foundation Academies’ values

Qualifications

• NJ Certification required
• Demonstrated experience in instructional leadership and adult management
• Proven ability to:
• Drive strong instructional outcomes
• Analyze data and lead data-driven decision-making
• Manage school-based operations effectively
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to equity and experience working with diverse student populations

Summary
The Summer Academy Interventionist provides targeted, high impact small group instruction to scholars who need additional support in foundational literacy and or mathematics. This role is critical to accelerating student learning by reinforcing key skills, closing learning gaps, and building confidence ahead of the upcoming school year.

Interventionists will deliver structured, data driven instruction aligned to grade level standards while maintaining a strong focus on engagement, relationships, and measurable academic growth.

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Compensation: $40 per hour
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Academy dates

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted small group instruction to groups of 5 to 10 scholars in literacy and or math
• Focus on foundational skill development including literacy such as phonics, fluency, comprehension, and writing, and math such as number sense, operations, and problem solving
• Use diagnostic and progress monitoring data such as iReady or internal assessments to plan and adjust instruction
•  Implement aligned lessons and intervention materials provided by the academic team
•  Track and monitor scholar progress daily and weekly
•  Create a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment
• Build strong relationships with scholars to increase motivation and confidence
• Collaborate with Summer Academy staff to ensure alignment and consistency
•  Uphold school wide expectations for culture, routines, and behavior

Instructional Expectations

• Deliver instruction that is standards aligned, objective driven, and responsive to student data
• Use high leverage instructional strategies including explicit modeling and guided practice, frequent checks for understanding, and immediate feedback and error correction
• Ensure all lessons are aligned to the Standard Objective Assessment framework

Qualifications

• NJ Certification required
• Current teacher preferred or experience working with grades 6-12
• Strong understanding of foundational literacy and or math instruction
• Experience with small group or intervention instruction
• Ability to analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly
• Strong classroom management and relationship building skills
• Commitment to educational equity and high expectations for all scholars

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with structured literacy or Science of Reading practices
• Familiarity with intervention programs and tools 
• Demonstrated success in accelerating student achievement

Additional Details

This is a temporary summer position. Interventionists will receive all necessary curriculum and materials. Training and onboarding will be provided prior to program launch.
Strong performance may lead to future instructional or leadership opportunities within the network.

Why This Role Matters

Summer Academy is designed to solidify critical skills rather than introduce a large volume of new content. Interventionists play a key role in ensuring scholars return in the fall with stronger foundations, increased confidence, and readiness to succeed.

Summary

Foundation Academies seeks a highly effective and detail-oriented Summer Academy Assistant Principal (6–8) to support the Summer Academy Principal in delivering a rigorous, well-executed summer program.

The Assistant Principal is responsible for ensuring strong daily execution of instruction, consistent classroom expectations, and real-time use of data to improve student outcomes. This role serves as the primary driver of instructional quality and teacher support, while also ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

This is a leadership role for someone who can coach adults, monitor systems, and ensure that what is planned is executed at a high level every day. This role includes pre-program planning and post-program follow-through. Success will be measured by instructional quality across classrooms, teacher effectiveness and growth, student academic progress, and strength of daily program execution.

Reports To

Summer Academy Principal

Program Details

• Dates: July 13 – August 6
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8am-3:30pm
• Location: Trenton, NJ

Must be available in person for all Summer Academy dates

Compensation

• Total Stipend: $4,000
• Payment Structure:
• 50% paid prior to the start of Summer Academy in recognition of:
• Supporting staffing and readiness
• Assisting with student enrollment follow-up
• Preparing instructional and operational systems
• 50% paid upon successful completion of the program, contingent upon:
• Full execution of responsibilities
• Submission of required materials and data
• Meeting expectations for instructional quality and program execution

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership & Teacher Development

• Conduct daily walkthroughs to monitor instructional quality across classrooms
• Ensure alignment between standards, objectives, instruction, and assessment
• Review lesson plans and provide clear, actionable feedback to teachers
• Support teachers in strengthening:
• Academic rigor
• Student discourse
• Checks for understanding
• Lead or support instructional planning meetings focused on improving classroom outcomes

Data & Progress Monitoring

• Ensure consistent use of daily data trackers and exit tickets
• Analyze student performance trends and identify instructional gaps and misconceptions
• Support teachers in adjusting instruction based on real-time data
• Monitor progress toward program goals and flag areas requiring immediate attention

Operations & Daily Execution

• Support the Principal in managing daily program operations, including:
• Attendance and student engagement
• Behavior systems and expectations
• Transitions and overall structure
• Ensure classrooms are orderly, focused, and maximizing instructional time
• Provide coverage as needed to maintain continuity of instruction

Staff Support & Communication

• Serve as a primary point of support for teachers throughout the program
• Communicate regularly with the Summer Academy Principal regarding:
• Instructional quality
• Staff performance
• Student progress
• Reinforce expectations and ensure consistency across classrooms

Pre-Program Responsibilities

• Support staffing efforts and ensure readiness of instructional team
• Assist with student enrollment follow-up to ensure strong attendance
• Help establish systems for:
• Lesson planning
• Data tracking
• Daily schedules and routines

Qualifications

• NJ Certification required
• Experience in instructional leadership (i.e., Instructional Dean, Instructional Coach, Assistant Principal, grade-level lead) strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Coach and develop teachers
• Analyze data and drive instructional improvement
• Maintain strong systems and follow-through
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to equity and experience working with diverse student populations