Innovative Middle School ELA Teacher (Co-Teaching)

The Community Group; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Day Charter Public School in Lawrence, MA, is seeking passionate educators to join our teams known for closing the achievement gap. The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and MTEL licensure within a year.

Teachers will deliver high-quality curriculum, collaborate with content teams, and participate in ongoing professional development to support student growth. CDCPS emphasizes rigorous instruction, social-emotional learning, and an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
• Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible, patient, and sense of humor.
• Ability to obtain licensure and/or pass MTELs within a year.

Responsibilities

• Teach subject-related content.
• Develop a strong classroom culture built on respect, care, and high expectations.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and school leaders to implement materials.
• Create a safe, equitable, and inclusive learning environment with research-based curricula.
• Use data to determine student needs and create action plans with admin and teachers.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Attend Back to School Nights and Family Conferences.
• Participate in summer training and ongoing professional development.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Collaborative planning

Verbal and written communication

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Humor

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MTEL licensure (within 1 year)

Job description

Community Day Charter Public School in Lawrence, MA, is seeking passionate educators to join our teams known for closing the achievement gap. The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and MTEL licensure within a year.

Teachers will deliver high-quality curriculum, collaborate with content teams, and participate in ongoing professional development to support student growth. CDCPS emphasizes rigorous instruction, social-emotional learning, and an inclusive environment.