Anticipated Teacher: Grades 7-9 Alternative Program

Overview

Otter Valley Union Middle and High School High School is seeking a teacher for the 26-27 school year to provide general education instruction for students assigned to our alternative learning program for students in Grades 7-9. The program will serve between six and ten students at a time, facilitated by a general educator, special educator, and behavior intervention staff. This role offers significant latitude to shape the student experience and classroom practices, allowing you to design and facilitate project‑based learning experiences connected to grade‑level essential learnings, support students in general education settings, and deliver instruction in social‑emotional learning and behavior competencies in partnership with program staff, school counselors, and the social‑emotional learning professional.

• Implement standards‑aligned units of study and engaging lessons
• Use content‑specific pedagogical techniques to engage learners
• Use assessment to inform instruction throughout the learning process
• Create positive classroom cultures focused on relationships, inclusive practices, and reciprocal trust
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to improve teaching methods and ensure supports are in place for all students
• Adapt curriculum to synergize student interests and abilities with the school’s Portrait of a Graduate
• Deliver content instruction in an interdisciplinary, project‑based manner
• Integrate social‑emotional learning, behavior instruction, and career awareness with academic learning
• Work in conjunction with a team of teachers, professionals, and paraprofessionals to support students’ learning needs
• Implement trauma‑informed and restorative practices to ensure an appropriate and sensitive environment for students in the program
• Collect and utilize student data to inform decisions about programming and placement
• Build and maintain rapport with students with complex behavioral and SEL needs

• Possession of or eligibility for a Vermont teaching license. Any areas of licensure will be considered; however, a candidate with an endorsement in ELA, Science, or Social Studies is desirable.
• Ability to provide instructional support in a variety of content areas
• A desire to work with students in need of significant support in the areas of academic engagement, attendance, and behavior

• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

1. What barriers to achievement do you think exist for children from disadvantaged families and how would you help these children fully engage in your classes?

Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

Brooke Dahlin, Human Resources Coordinator

49 Court Drive
Brandon, Vermont 05733

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Email: bdahlin

Position Type: Full‑time

Salary: $54,731 to $109,462 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education >
Alternative Learning Environment

Please apply through  to:
Michael Ruppel, Principal