World Language Teacher

Young World Physical Education

Methuen (MA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 113,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Methuen Public Schools is seeking a World Language teacher for Methuen High School in Methuen, Massachusetts. The role involves direct instruction for grades 9-12 with a focus on high achievement and closing achievement gaps.

Required is a valid Massachusetts teaching license in Foreign Language-Spanish (5-12) with SEI Endorsement; a Bachelor's degree is essential and a Master's is preferred. Bilingual abilities are a plus in our diverse community.

Qualifications

Requires valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Foreign Language-Spanish (5-12) with SEI Endorsement.
Bachelor's degree in subject area; master's degree preferred.
Bilingual abilities are preferred given community languages.

Responsibilities

Plan a program of study that meets students' needs.
Create a safe, conducive learning environment.
Guide learning towards curriculum goals with clear objectives.
Employ Universal Design for Learning and appropriate materials.
Communicate with colleagues, students and parents regularly.
Adhere to district policies and school rules.
Plan and supervise teacher aides/volunteers.
Attend staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Bilingual abilities

Spanish language instruction

Educational technology

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in major

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Instructional technology

Job description

World Language Teacher

Methuen Public Schools Methuen High School - Methuen, Massachusetts

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Job Details

Job ID: 5871165

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

THE AVAILABILITY OF THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUFFICIENT FUNDING AND ENROLLMENT.

Title: World Language

Date of Opening: January 4, 2027

Salary:$60,253 - $113,226 annually

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide direct instruction to students in grade 9-12 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.

OUR MISSION: Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7000 in a total of five schools. Methuen Public Schools has four PK-8 schools: the Comprehensive Grammar School, the Marsh Grammar School, the Tenney Grammar School, the Timony Grammar School, and one comprehensive high school: Methuen High School. We are a diverse sub-urban/urban community and designated a Gateway City. Our schools celebrate diversity and acceptance of students and families from differing backgrounds. We are committed to setting high expectations of all students and faculty in Methuen Public Schools. Methuen Public Schools students will achieve academic, social-emotional, and civic success. They will attain technological, 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 in Foreign Language-Spanish - 5-12 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

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.

REPORTS TO: Foreign Language Department Chairperson and Building Principal. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Covered under Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

Please note that the District reserves the right to transfer all personnel among buildings on an as needed basis to serve the best interests of all students as long as this does not conflict with the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

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.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,253 to $113,226 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Welcome to Methuen High School

Methuen High School is committed to providing a diversified program to meet the intellectual and social needs of its students, while in turn, setting the highest possible standards appropriate to the aptitudes, skills, life experiences, and interests that students bring to the classroom. Further, Methuen High School believes that the educational experience is a cooperative one, the responsibility for which must be shared by the students, the home, the school, and the community.In Methuen, a high school education equips students to become life-long learners and productive members of an increasingly complex, multicultural, technologically rich community. In order to provide a safe, supportive, and changing learning environment conducive to such growth, Methuen High School maintains a variety of personnel, programs and facilities necessary for students to reach their full potential.Therefore, Methuen High School is a community of life-long learners committed to excellence. We actively encourage learning in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Our dynamic school, in partnership with parents and the community, promotes high achievement and inspires pride, respect, and success for all.

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