English Teacher-Long Term Sub

Williston; Easthampton (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Williston Northampton School in Easthampton, MA seeks a long-term English teacher substitute to cover a family leave in Spring 2027. The position involves teaching four sections of English (two English 9 and two English 12) and starting March 22 through June 3, 2027.

Strong candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (advanced degree preferred) and have middle/high school English teaching experience, preferably in an independent school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field required.
• Experience teaching middle/high school English, preferably in an independent school.
• Ability to plan and develop course content and coordinate with co-teachers.
• Willingness to complete CORI/SORI background checks and hold a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Teach four sections of English (two English 9 and two English 12).
• Implement plans and coordinate with section co-teachers.
• Develop and adapt course content to ensure curriculum quality and continuity.
• Cover family leave from March 22 to June 3, 2027.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication

Creativity

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Williston Northampton School is an independent co-educational boarding and day

school in Easthampton Massachusetts and is a culturally diverse educational community

serving grades 7-12. We are seeking a long-term English teacher substitute to cover a family leave in the Spring of 2027. This position is responsible for teaching four sections of English: two of English 9 and two of English 12. The substitute is responsible for implementing plans, coordinating with section co-teachers, and planning and developing course content as needed to ensure the quality and continuity of the curriculum. The position will begin March 22nd and run through June 3rd.

Strong candidates will have middle or high school English teaching experience, preferably within an independent school environment. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required, an advanced degree is preferred. The candidate will demonstrate a passion for English teaching & learning, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, creativity, and strong writing and communication skills. Candidates must possess the flexibility, energy, commitment to teamwork, and appreciation for adolescents that life in an independent school boarding community requires. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply, especially if they possess an interest in continuous professional learning and developing pedagogy.

Candidates must be able to successfully complete the state-mandated CORI, as well as SORI, a general background check, and a fingerprint-based criminal background check. Candidates must also hold a valid driver’s license.

Full benefit and retirement plan eligibility. EOE Non-smoking campus.