Daily Sub-English Teacher

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti‑racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

The English Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive English instructional program for high school students in grades 9‑12. Newton North offers a variety of different English classes, with particular emphasis on reflecting and celebrating the diversity of our students within the literature we teach. Full‑time English teachers at Newton North teach four classes at a variety of levels and are currently seeking applicants with diverse experiences and/or a willingness to diversify their experience.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively

• Master's Degree or significant post‑graduate coursework in subject area
• Experience teaching high school students in English
• Appropriate DESE teaching license

• Design and implement curriculum and instruction that supports the school and district‑wide goals of culturally responsive instruction and universally designed learning.
• Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes.
• Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio‑economic levels and cultural backgrounds.
• Use a wide variety of teaching techniques to support student learning.
• Consult and implement strategies from the school's BCAP (Building Curriculum Accommodation Plan) to provide students with appropriate supports.
• Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.
• Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as required by educational plans (IEPs and 504).
• Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress, modify instruction, and implement appropriate intervention and support.
• Use a computer and associated technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom.
• Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design.
• Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings.
• Set professional development goals and plans, and participate in professional development activities that promote reflection and growth.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents and the community.
• Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate consistency, reliability and punctuality with attendance for supervision and instruction of students.
• Use an online learning management system to post important materials/information about courses.
• Be responsible for performing other job‑related duties as needed.

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day. Occasional after‑school meetings (e.g., Back to School Night) may be required. Regular attendance is essential; rare absences or tardiness are expected only in emergency situations.

• Teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk and hear. Teacher regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. Teacher occasionally required to lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.
• Interruptively, the teacher is required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Education and Training
• Industry: Education Administration Programs