Grade 6 Language Arts Teacher

Grade 6 Language Arts Teacher

Westford Public Schools Blanchard Middle School – Westford, Massachusetts

Job

Starting Date:
Aug 31, 2026

Position Type:
Full‑time

Salary: $55,869 to $113,605 per year

Job Description

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject area – Grade 6 English Language Arts.
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents.
• Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students.

Job Requirements

• Meets all state licensure standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Janet Keirstead, Assistant Principal
• 14 West Street
• Westford, Massachusetts 01886
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: jkeirstead