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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: We are looking for a dynamic educator to join our community as a Long Term Substitute Chorus/Theater/Music teacher at the Middle School level. It is imperative that the candidate demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the middle school team philosophy as well as the middle school child.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: • Demonstrate knowledge of subject area • Follow the lessons provided by main teacher, with understanding of flexibility in timelines • Have the ability to instruct correct vocal techniques, teach choral music (2 part, SAB and SATB) and be able to play piano, to prepare students for May 2027 concert • Expand upon lessons of general music, including world music, guitar, music technology composition, basics of theater and history of popular music. • Expand upon lessons of theater, including technical elements of theater, roles in theater, devising plays, history of modern theater and acting/public speaking games. • Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of • Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced • Work cohesively with the special education liaison and other support staff to provide the more productive environment for students on educational plans
Professional Culture: • Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner • Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction • Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as required • Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students • Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary • Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students • Complies with applicable District, state, local, and federal laws, rules, and regulations • Attends work regularly and is punctual
Teaching All Students: • Understanding of social emotional challenges facing middle school students and an ability to assist students in developing appropriate coping strategies • Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of models and strategies • Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels • Design classroom activities and lessons with multiple levels so that all students both meet their IEP goals, and can access the curriculum • Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is practiced
Family and Community Engagement: • Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning academic and behavioral programs of their students through conferences, written messages, telephone calls and /or email • Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians
DATES OF ASSIGNMENT: January 04, 2027 – April 28, 2027 EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 1-3 years of middle school experience
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must hold a current Massachusetts Teacher Certification in Music K-12 or are in the process of receiving it.



