5th grade ELA teacher at Westbrook School Department Westbrook, ME

Westbrook Middle School is seeking a dynamic, inclusive 5th Grade ELA Teacher who will be responsible for planning and delivering high-quality reading and writing instruction aligned with state standards and school-wide goals. This role emphasizes developing students' literacy skills, fostering a growth mindset, and preparing them for academic success in middle school and beyond.

• Design and implement engaging, targeted lessons in reading and writing.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including differentiated instruction and small group work.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student voice and critical thinking.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with grade-level colleagues, literacy specialists and instructional coaches to plan and share best practices.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, classroom updates, and school events.
• Become a collaborative and involved member of the community in our active and diverse middle school.

Come join the exciting teaching and learning environment offered by Westbrook Middle School, a dynamic middle school in a rapidly growing, multicultural community in southern Maine. All WMS learners, grades 5-8, are valued and supported by our commitment to an equitable and rigorous educational experience. Our knowledgeable, skilled educators take part in a variety of action-oriented leadership and learning teams in partnership with administration as we continue our evolution to be the best comprehensive public middle school we can be.

We are busy creating engaging learning spaces where all our students belong and can be successful regardless of race, religion, culture, ethnicity or ability. The WMS community is seeking the right person to join us!

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine’s largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district.

Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education.

We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise:
The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!