Middle School ELA Teacher; Anticipated SY

About Cooperative Middle School: Cooperative Middle School is a vibrant educational institution located in the heart of Stratham, New Hampshire. Committed to fostering an environment of continuous improvement and strategic planning, our school prides itself on providing a dynamic and supportive learning community for students in grades 6 through
8. With a focus on holistic student development and academic excellence, we are dedicated to preparing our students for success in both college and careers.

As a Middle School ELA Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a rigorous, student-centered classroom environment that challenges and supports a diverse population of learners. You will design and implement high-quality literacy instruction aligned with state standards, ensuring that all students develop critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills.

• Instructional Excellence:
  Plan and deliver engaging, evidence-based ELA lessons that integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL):
  Proactively design lessons that remove barriers to learning, providing multiple means of engagement, representation, and expression to meet the needs of all learners.
• Restorative Practices:
  Cultivate a vibrant classroom culture by implementing Restorative Practices to build community, manage conflict, and strengthen student-teacher relationships.
• Data-Driven Instruction:
  Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and differentiate instruction accordingly.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with grade-level teams, literacy coaches, and special education staff to support the holistic development of students.
• Family Engagement:
  Maintain proactive and positive communication with families regarding student achievement and personal growth.

• Vibrant Pedagogy: A proven ability to make literature and writing relevant to middle schoolers' lives.
• Inclusion Mindset:
  Deep understanding of UDL principles and the ability to apply them in a general education setting.
• Conflict Transformation:
  Experience using Restorative Justice circles and conferences to maintain a safe, accountable, and inclusive classroom.
• Tech Savvy:
  Proficiency in integrating educational technology (e.g., Google Classroom, digital literacy tools) to enhance learning.
• Communication:
  Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire a diverse student body.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree in English, Secondary Education, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred).
• Certification:
  Valid State Teaching Certification in Middle Level English Language Arts.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2 years of successful teaching experience at the middle school level is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working in a high-performing or "vibrant" school environment.
• Documented professional development or practical experience in Restorative Justice and UDL frameworks.

• Please apply online.
• Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.
• Candidates are encouraged to review the working conditions, wages and benefits in the collective bargaining agreement.

Posted vacancies in SAU 16 have been approved by the School Board.

It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.

All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.