Grade 7-12 ELA Teacher
About the Employer
Overview
Job Title: - Long-term Substitute 1.0 FTE Junior High School ELA Teacher (Grades 7-12) - Millbury Public Schools - Office of the Superintendent - Vacancy Notice: September 17, 2026 Closing: Until Filled - Opening for 2026-2027 School Year
Qualifications
• Possession of an MA DESE license in the area of English (5-12)
• Additional ELA-based licensures preferred
• SEI Endorsement
• Experience in planning, directing, and assisting group and individual instructional activities that are engaging and multi-sensory
• Strong ELA content and practice skills to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Strong communication skills and a background in working with parents/guardians as partners in the educational process
• The ability to accommodate diverse learning styles
• Experience utilizing the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish or Portuguese) preferred but not required
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.
Description
The Long-term Substitute Junior High ELA Teacher will be a passionate educator dedicated to fostering a love for the English Language Arts among all students in grades 7 through 12. With a strong background in curriculum design and instruction, this teacher will skillfully integrate foundational reading skills with the core principles of ELA to create engaging, meaningful learning experiences. Committed to academic excellence and equity, they will cultivate a rigorous yet supportive classroom environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and empowered to grow socially, emotionally, and intellectually. By showcasing the richness of language and literature, this educator will inspire students to think critically, communicate effectively, and develop a lifelong appreciation for reading and writing.
General Duties
• Provide multiple instructional and engagement strategies in a classroom environment to meet the needs of all learning styles
• Function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals, objectives, and corresponding lessons/units
• Develop curriculum that is standards-based, rooted in fundamentals, vertically aligned, incorporates 21st century learning skills, and provides students with inquiry-based learning opportunities.
• Apply appropriate knowledge to curriculum content/instruction, plan lessons, and align assessment of student learning while monitoring students' understanding of the curriculum and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, using data-driven techniques as appropriate.
• Participate in related school meetings, which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activities
• Collaborate with the various school-based departments to support and address student needs.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress.
• Perform other professional duties as outlined and requested by the building principal.
Letter of Application
A cover letter, resume, copy of college transcripts, copy of licensure, and three letters of reference should be sent to: Christopher Lowe, Principal Millbury Jr./Sr. High School 12 Martin Street Millbury, MA 01527 (Applications not submitted through Schoolspring will not be processed.)