Professional Educator​/Teacher Language; French

Professional Educator/ Teacher World Language (French)

Harwood Unified Union School District CROSSETT BROOK MID US #45 - Duxbury, Vermont Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5699276

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Professional Educator / Teacher

Reports to the Principal or Assistant Principal

FLSA Status:
Exempt

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The Professional Educator/Teacher helps all students learn subject matter and skills that contribute to their development as mature, responsible, and capable individuals. This role integrates best practices, research, and education laws into daily instruction, while supporting student growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Teachers collaborate with colleagues, families, and administrators to provide high-quality instruction aligned with Vermont learning standards.

Students are assigned based on grade level, subject area, and course placement.

• Integrate content knowledge into curricula, making connections across topics and concepts.
• Apply current best practices, research, and legal requirements to instructional planning.
• Understand student characteristics, learning approaches, skills, interests, cultural backgrounds, and community context.
• Select and integrate measurable, clearly stated instructional goals suitable for diverse learners.
• Utilize school and district resources to enhance instruction.
• Design coherent lessons and units, including learning activities, instructional materials, groupings, pacing, and assessments.
• Assess student learning accurately, communicate assessment criteria, and use results to guide individual and group instruction.
• Support Special Educators in developing standards-based IEPs for eligible students.

• Maintain a respectful, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.
• Establish a culture of learning with high expectations and student pride in work.
• Manage classroom procedures, transitions, materials, and non-instructional duties efficiently.
• Supervise and effectively utilize para educators and volunteers.
• Monitor and manage student behavior using clear expectations and respectful interventions.
• Develop and implement behavior support plans as needed.
• Organize classroom resources to promote accessibility, safety, and learning.

• Communicate directions and procedures clearly in both oral and written formats.
• Use questioning, discussion, and engagement strategies to promote student participation and comprehension.
• Adapt lessons flexibly to respond to student needs, questions, and interests.
• Provide accurate, timely feedback to students, families, and colleagues on performance and progress.

• Evaluate lessons and modify instructional plans for improved effectiveness.
• Assist in curriculum planning, program evaluation, and identification of instructional needs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records and submit reports as required by law and district policy.
• Collaborate with parents, colleagues, and outside agencies to support student learning.
• Participate in EST/MTSS processes, including referrals, screenings, and supplemental supports.
• Engage in professional development and district initiatives to enhance content knowledge and instructional skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism and prioritize student-centered decision‑making.
• Follow and support school rules, administrative regulations, and HUUSD policies.

• Reports to, evaluated by, and receives general administrative and technical direction from the School Principal and/or Assistant Principal.
• Grades 9–12:
  Reports to Department Chair with evaluation input from Principal and/or designee.
• May receive technical guidance from the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment.

• Assist in training, planning, and directing activities of assigned para educators.
• Provide input…