.5 Reading Teacher - Elementary Districtwide

Wakefield-Public-Schools; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a Districtwide .5 Reading Teacher for Elementary to deliver focused reading instruction across the district. This part-time role requires a Bachelor’s degree and MA license, with alternatives possible as approved by the Superintendent.

The teacher will plan lessons, assess student progress, and maintain records. Collaboration with parents and ongoing professional development are expected to support student achievement in reading.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree and MA license.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as determined by the Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reading instruction to students.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for the course of study aligned with state frameworks.
• Administer, correct assessments and record results.
• Discuss student progress with parents.
• Maintain grade records as required by the school.
• Plan, organize and deliver appropriate instruction.
• Maintain IPDP for licensure and DESE licensure.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Massachusetts MA License

Job description

.5 Reading Teacher - Elementary Districtwide

Wakefield Public Schools Districtwide (Wakefield Public Schools) - Wakefield, Massachusetts

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Job Details

Job ID: 5902986

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WAKEFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Districtwide Elementary .5 Reading Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree and appropriate MA License
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Job Goal:

• To deliver instruction in ways that encourage student learning and achievement as measured by multiple assessments.

Scope of Responsibility:

• Teaches students reading. Prepares objectives and outlines for course of study that align with the state curriculum frameworks or requirements. Prepares, administers, corrects assessments and analyzes and records results. Discusses student academic progress with parents. Keeps grade records as required by school.

Performance Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and deliver appropriate instruction.
• Diagnose and analyze for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction
• Maintain individual student records and reports of pupil progress.
• Utilize a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies that promote and enhance critical, creative, and evaluative thinking of students.
• Maintains safe learning environment.
• Shows sensitivity to students, parents and community.
• Assists parents/community members in finding answers to questions.
• Maintain professional relationship between school and parents.
• Maintains a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality and a strong work ethic.
• Participates in district professional development.
• Maintains IPDP for licensure.
• Maintains DESE licensure

Salary Range:$31,651 -$59,659

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement

External and Internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Wakefield Public Schools shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case by case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $31,651 to $59,659 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Department Wakefield Public School
• 60 Farm Street
• Wakefield, Massachusetts 01880
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]