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LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE SPANISH TEACHER - HYBRID

Employer
Wilmington Public Schools
Location
Wilmington, MA, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a dynamic educator to join our community as a long term substitute Spanish teacher for the 2020/2021 school year. It is imperative that the candidate demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the middle school team philosophy as well as the middle school child.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment:

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do
• Use assessment data to inform instruction
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced
• Work cohesively with the special education liaison and other support staff to provide a more productive environment for students on educational plans

Professional Culture:

• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction
• Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians
• Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as required
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students
• Supervises students in the hallways before, after, and in between classes, in the library, and at special events
• Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students
• Complies with applicable District, state, local, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Attends work regularly and is punctual

Teaching All Students:

• Understanding of social emotional challenges facing middle school students and an ability to assist students in developing appropriate coping strategies
• Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of models and strategies
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels
• Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons and learning environment. Instruction can be provided within the regular classroom setting, resource setting, or small classroom setting
• Design classroom activities and lessons with multiple levels so that all students both meet their IEP goals, and can access the curriculum
• Formally and informally assess the student learning (rather than relying solely on standardized curriculum) to create a comprehensive learning program
• Set high expectations that are suitable based on student's needs
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced

Family and Community Engagement:

• Build a partnership with families, encouraging their active participation in students' learning
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning academic and behavioral programs of their students through conferences, written messages, telephone calls and or email
• Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice of Non-Discrimination
All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Wilmington Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

DEGREE PREFERRED: Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree is preferred EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: • 2-3 years of relevant experience • Middle School experience preferred ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: A valid Massachusetts Teaching License in Spanish (grades 5-8)
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience preferredMaster degree preferredCitizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required


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    Contact Information

    Daniel Faircloth, Middle School Assistant Principal
    25 Carter Lane
    Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887
    Phone: 978-694-6080
    Fax: 978-694-6085
    Email: daniel.faircloth@wpsk12.com

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