High School English Teacher; Long-Term Substitute

The Role:

Westwood High School seeks one [1] long-term substitute English Language Arts teacher to join our caring and innovative community, beginning March 25, 2026, through the end of the school year (tentatively June 17, 2026). Our ideal candidate is committed to keeping student voice at the center of instruction. Essential questions and student‑led inquiry drive our exploration of texts, writing, voice, and the world around us.

You will be an integral part of our departmental team as we create challenging and inspiring teaching and learning experiences for all students.

Westwood is a welcoming suburban community with an exceptional track record of supporting and celebrating its public schools. As a district, we are committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, and we understand that a diverse team allows us to serve our community better. We welcome and encourage individuals of every race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status to seek opportunities within our school district.

We will join the strong professional learning community of the Westwood Public Schools. In our mission to prepare students for college, career, and civic life, we work collaboratively to provide rich and rigorous curriculum, high‑quality instruction, trusting relationships, and authentic educational experiences. We hold true to our core district values of academic excellence and a commitment to improvement; curiosity and tenacity;

and respectful relationships in a caring, collaborative community.

Westwood High School is a thriving community of hardworking and thoughtful students, families, and staff. With approximately 900 students in grades 9‑12, the school maintains a small‑school feel while offering a comprehensive array of academic programs, co‑curricular activities, and support services. Our educators model and encourage a deep investment in learning. Coursework focuses on preparing students for college and careers while also providing them with opportunities to try new things and explore their passions in depth.

WHS is a proud METCO school, with strong program leadership and an unwavering commitment to supporting the values of the nation’s oldest and most successful public school racial integration program.

• Current Massachusetts teaching licensed in relevant area or eligibility to become licensed
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons with clear, measurable, relevant learning outcomes that reflect district learning expectations, align with MA curriculum frameworks, and convey a love of learning to students
• Demonstrate caring and concern for all students by establishing a culture of high expectations for learning and behavior
• Implement a variety of instructional strategies and learning materials based on students’ diverse needs, and integrate technology to increase learning
• Assess student understanding of learning objectives with student self‑assessments, frequent formative measures, and periodic summative measures
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student work, draw conclusions, develop interventions and extensions, and implement new teaching strategies based on assessment data
• Integrate social emotional learning and culturally responsive teaching into the classroom and foster a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning community
• Partner with families to support students' academic, social, and behavioral progress
• Make positive contributions to the larger school community
• Implement Individual Education Programs and 504 Accommodation Plans, participate in team meetings, and collaborate with special education and support staff members
• Fulfill professional responsibilities by communicating effectively, using good judgment, meeting deadlines, engaging in professional development, reflecting on performance and making positive changes to improve student learning, being receptive to feedback, and completing assigned duties
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