Upper School English Teacher: Spring Long-Term Substitute

The Fessenden School; West Newton (MA); On-site; USD 18,633 - 25,564; Full time

Job summary

The Fessenden School seeks an Upper School English Teacher (long-term substitute) to teach two Grade 7 English and two Grade 9 English classes from April 5, 2027 to June 15, 2027. The role emphasizes reading, writing, and critical thinking within an inclusive, humane culture.

The candidate will engage 12–15 boys per class, collaborate with grade teams, and advise a small group, all while modeling the school’s values of honesty, compassion, and respect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Student-centered classroom that fosters rigor, engagement and relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with boys and families.
• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching practices.
• Ability to provide varied instructional practices to meet diverse learners.
• Successful criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Teach two Grade 7 English classes and two Grade 9 English classes using literature, writing, grammar, and discussion-based analysis.
• Foster an inclusive and equitable classroom that supports academic growth and character development.
• Design and implement engaging English lessons that bring literature and writing to life.
• Advise a small group of students and collaborate with grade-level teams.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Interpersonal skills

DEI commitment

Differentiated instruction

Background check

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in education/science or related field (preferred)

Job description

The Fessenden School seeks an Upper School English Teacher (long-term substitute) to teach two Grade 7 English and two Grade 9 English classes from April 5, 2027 to June 15, 2027. The role emphasizes reading, writing, and critical thinking within an inclusive, humane culture.

The candidate will engage 12–15 boys per class, collaborate with grade teams, and advise a small group, all while modeling the school’s values of honesty, compassion, and respect.