Urban SLIFE Literacy Teacher for English Learners

Comprehensive Grammar School; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Public Schools Comprehensive Grammar School in Methuen, MA seeks an LTS SLIFE Teacher to support Grades 2-8 students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education. The role focuses on literacy instruction, collaboration with content teachers, and delivering targeted language support.

The candidate will join a district committed to linguistic diversity and inclusive education, with requirements including a Bachelor's degree and state licensure.

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred
• Massachusetts Educator License required - Reading Specialists certification preferred
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Methuen Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach: Grades 2-8 students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE).
• Provide individualized and small group literacy instruction to identified students.
• Collaborate with content teachers to align instruction and support English language development.
• Collaborate with instructional leadership and administration to ensure students receive language support.
• Deliver push-in/pull-out lessons to students with varying levels of proficiency.
• Assist with testing administration and provide appropriate lessons for varying levels of English proficiency.
• Demonstrate cultural proficiency and integrate technology as an instructional tool.
• Support lesson design and intervention with classroom teachers.

Job description

Methuen Public Schools Comprehensive Grammar School in Methuen, MA seeks an LTS SLIFE Teacher to support Grades 2-8 students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education. The role focuses on literacy instruction, collaboration with content teachers, and delivering targeted language support.

The candidate will join a district committed to linguistic diversity and inclusive education, with requirements including a Bachelor's degree and state licensure.