Long Term Substitute Teacher - English Gr. 7

Needham Public Schools Pollard Middle School
- Needham, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 1616074
Final date to receive applications: Oct 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Oct 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic community seeking an energetic, skilled Long Term Substitute 7th Grade English Teacher(October 19-November 20) to join our team.

Under the general supervision of the English Department Chair, this teacher will be responsible for advancing students' critical thinking, reading, writing, and speaking skills. As aPollard

Middle School educator, this teacher will work collaboratively to integrate the attributes, skills, and knowledge made explicit in the Portrait of a Needham Graduate, emphasizing the preparation of students to become socially and culturally responsive contributors.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate . This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students.

NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district and ensuring our schools are safe for every child.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teaching Load: Plan, teach, and assess 4 sections of 7th Grade English Language Arts, delivering content in literature, language, and composition aligned with DESE standards and district curriculum guidelines.

• Rigorous & Differentiated Instruction: Design cognitively demanding, sequential assignments and use evidence-based strategies to scaffold, differentiate, and motivate diverse learners.

• Data-Informed Adjustments: Regularly assess student understanding against learning goals and take ownership of modifying instruction to ensure equitable access and mastery for all students.

• Inclusive Practices: Partner with Special Education and EL specialists to implement IEP and 504 accommodations, ensuring all students are supported.

• Advisory Leadership: Lead a daily student advisory section to foster a safe, supportive community, convey key school expectations and announcements, and serve as the primary point of contact for families.

• Classroom Environment: Build a productive, joyful, and inclusive learning space where active participation is valued and high standards are maintained through positive relationships.

• Family Engagement: Build proactive, respectful relationships with families to support student growth and well-being.

• Department & Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the English Department and grade-level teams to align curriculum, share practices, and analyze student outcome data.

• Professional Learning: Actively participate in department, grade-level, and district professional development opportunities.

• Other Duties: Perform related professional duties as assigned by the English Department Chair or School Principal.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• MA DESE certification in English at the appropriate grade level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with and/or teachingmiddle school students, and an understanding the diverse needs of students at this age
• Collaborative work ethic
• Comfort aquiring necessary skills in instructional technology
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogy
  
  The potential and willingness to contribute to student life

Preferred…