Academic Specialist - Long Term Sub

SMILIE MEMORIAL SCHOOL; Bolton (VT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

SMILIE MEMORIAL SCHOOL in Bolton, Vermont is seeking a long-term substitute Academic Specialist for September 22 to November 20. The role partners with classroom teachers to provide differentiated instruction, small-group interventions and individualized support in an inclusive setting.

The ideal candidate is a licensed educator with a focus on literacy and math instruction, trauma-informed practices, and a commitment to equity and student growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred and valid educator license.
• Experience supporting diverse learners with MTSS and literacy/math interventions.
• Commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed classroom practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide differentiated instruction in small groups and individually.
• Use data to monitor progress and adjust instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers to design engaging, standards-based lessons.
• Support literacy and mathematics instruction with intervention strategies.
• Foster growth mindset, independence and belonging.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

MTSS

Collaboration with teachers

Literacy instruction

Math intervention

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Academic Specialist - Long Term Sub

Mt. Mansfield UUSD SMILIE MEMORIAL SCHOOL - BOLTON, Vermont Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Mt. Mansfield Unified Union School District - VT

Job Details

Job ID: 5926064
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 22, 2026

Job Description

Simile Memorial School is seeking a dedicated, collaborative, and student-centered long term sub Academic Specialist to join our school community for a short-term sub position from September 22nd until November 20th. This position is designed for a licensed educator or special educator who is passionate about ensuring all students receive the instruction and support they need to be successful. The Academic Specialist will partner closely with the teachers to provide differentiated instruction through flexible small groups, targeted interventions, and individualized support within an inclusive classroom environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge, experience, and a commitment to the following:

• Love and care for all students.
• Believe that all students can learn and achieve at high levels.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that create a strong foundation for learning.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers to design and deliver differentiated instruction that meets the needs of a wide range of learners.
• Provide flexible small-group and individualized instruction to support student growth while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
• Use assessment data to identify student needs, monitor progress, and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Demonstrate knowledge of effective literacy and mathematics instructional practices, including intervention strategies and evidence-based instructional approaches.
• Support inclusive classroom practices by helping students successfully access Tier 1 instruction.
• Foster student independence, confidence, perseverance, and a growth mindset.
• Create learning experiences that honor diversity, celebrate individual strengths, and promote belonging.
• Demonstrate proactive, trauma-informed, and relationship-centered instructional practices.
• Implement strategies that support students' social-emotional development, self-regulation, and engagement in learning.
• Collaborate effectively and respectfully with classroom teachers, interventionists, special educators, administrators, and families to support student success.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and experience implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
• Use evidence-based decision making to continuously evaluate instructional effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Seek and embrace constructive feedback with the belief that continuous professional growth improves outcomes for students.
• Demonstrate knowledge of high-quality literacy instruction, standards-based mathematics, inquiry-based learning, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.
• Maintain a flexible, solution-oriented mindset and contribute positively to a collaborative school culture.

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, along with a competitive salary. Brewster-Pierce Memorial School is a small, close-knit elementary school where collaboration, innovation, and strong relationships are valued. Our staff is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where every child is known, valued, and challenged to grow.

For more information about our school district, please visit https://www.mmuusd.org .

Questions? Please contact Jenn Cote at [e-mail] .

Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District is committed to supporting the success of all learners by eliminating bias in our systems and ensuring every student develops the critical literacy and equity literacy skills needed to thrive. Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to the success of every learner and engage in ongoing professional growth to support diverse learners. We especially encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $287.24 to $287.24 Per Day
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jenn Cote , Director of Special Services
• SMILIE MEMORIAL SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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