LTS Upper School Teacher

Methuen Public School District; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Public Schools is seeking a LTS Upper School Teacher for grades 5-8, offering a daily rate of 293.96 dollars. This position requires a valid Massachusetts teaching license in Humanities 5-8 with SEI Endorsement and a Bachelor's degree in the major area, with a Master's preferred.

The teacher will deliver instruction aligned to district and school objectives, use evidence-based practices, and collaborate with colleagues to close achievement gaps.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching license in Humanities 5-8 with SEI Endorsement required.
• At least a Bachelor's Degree in the major; Master's preferred.
• Bilingual preferred — English, Spanish, Arabic, French.

Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study meeting students' needs and abilities.
• Creates a safe, conducive classroom environment for learning.
• Guides learning toward curriculum goals with clear objectives.
• Use Universal Design for Learning and appropriate materials.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and parents regularly.
• Adheres to policies and maintains classroom order.
• Supervises aides/volunteers and participates in meetings.
• Participates in staff development programs.

Skills

Communicate clearly

Data-informed instruction

Team collaboration

Multitask management

Adaptability

Professionalism

Instructional technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Massachusetts Teaching license in Humanities 5-8 with SEI Endorsement

Job description

VACANCY NOTICE

Job Title

LTS Upper SchoolTeacher - $293.96 per day

This position is contingent upon sufficient funding and enrollment.

Position Summary

To provide direct instruction to students in 5-8 in order to deliver Methuen Public Schools high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.

Mission

OUR MISSION: ological, cultural, and social knowledge to allow them to succeed in college and careers. Students will inspire the community through citizenship, leadership, and their commitment to lifelong learning.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Massachusetts Teaching license inHumanities 5-8 with SEI Endorsement is required. Additional content area license is encouraged.

Training and Experience

At least a Bachelor's Degree in the area of major study. Master's degree preferred.

Bilingual preferred - Primary languages spoken in the community are: English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

Skills and Ability

• Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form;
• Use evidence-based research practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
• Work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Methuen School policies (as long as the policies do not conflict with the Methuen Educators Association (Unit A) Contract)
• Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner
• Maintain appropriate confidential records
• React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.)
• Operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google and use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
• Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting.
• Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a high demand position.
• Knowledge of specialized content area as well as any related laws and procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, in order to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employs best instructional methods (i.e.Universal Design for Learning) and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Communicates with colleagues, students, and or parents on a regular basis.
• Adheres to all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).
• Attends staff meetings and serves on staff and or school committees.
• Participate in staff development programs.

Methuen Public Schools is committed to establishing a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment focused on teaching and learning. A team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our students better. We welcome all qualified applicants.