ENGLISH TEACHER 1.0 FTE

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Job ID:

4229932

Application Deadline:

Posted until Filled

Posted:

April 24, 2023

Starting Date:

August 28, 2023

Job Description

The Canton High School English Department 

is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as full-time teacher of English for the upcoming school year beginning in August

 2023

. The teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on equity, collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the district and to our students, families and staff.   

Canton High School

is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serves over 900 

students in grades  9-12.

  CHS is elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social-emotional learning for every student, and ensures high-quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.

The English Department is seeking candidates with a commitment to amplifying a variety of voices in literature and writing, fostering safe and open classroom spaces in which students engage in civil discourse, and supporting students as they become lifelong readers and writers who see these skills as a way to build agency and make change. Relationship building, skillful lesson and unit design, and willingness to collaborate with colleagues are essential skills for this role. A deep understanding of and willingness to learn more about culturally responsive teaching practices is essential to this position. We are eager to find the next member of our team to collaborate with department colleagues in the ongoing development of an inclusive, challenging curriculum.

JOB SUMMARY

Teachers provide a well-organized, safe, and inclusive class environment in which students make progress toward Massachusetts standards-based curriculum and develop lifelong literacy skills. Teachers foster social and emotional skills to help students become productive and engaged members of society who are comfortable making mistakes, accepting feedback, and navigating challenging work. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

(include but are not limited to) :

Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences

Develop dynamic and engaging lesson plans that align with the state standards.

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities

Prepare the classroom environment, routines, and culture for class activities

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities

Identify and select appropriate instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs

Use relevant technology to support instruction

Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development and use data to inform instruction

Assign engaging and relevant writing and reading, and provide personal, timely feedback 

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students

Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing clear and equitable procedures and high expectations and developing appropriate and supportive relationships

Participate in department and staff meetings and parent meetings

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs

Keep up to date with developments in subject-specific instructional materials and practices, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification that is appropriate for the grade level and subject area assigned. (Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.)

Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)

Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, and other school staff

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Well-organized practices and strong leadership abilities

Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills

Working knowledge of relevant instructional technology

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

WORK YEAR: 183 days

COMPENSATION: Competitive salary with comparable districts

If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.

Position Type:

Full-time

Positions Available:

1

Welcome to Canton Public Schools!

Canton Public Schools is part of a welcoming community that has a deep, long-standing commitment to public education.

As a community, we believe in the promise of our children; we value the labor of our staff, and we respect the importance of our shared endeavor. We are educating students who will become the engaged, compassionate, and knowledgable leaders of our future.

The public schools are central to the life of Canton, and they therefore enjoy tremendous support from residents, non-profit organizations, town offices, and local businesses. We are able to thrive as a district because of the mutually supportive and respectful relationships built over many years among these groups.

We invite you to learn more about the Canton Public Schools. The best place to begin may be with our Strategic Framework 2018-2023, the guiding document that outlines the district's core values and long-term strategic priorities.

Welcome!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canton Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Contact Information

Rebecca Ashley

900 Washington Street

Canton, Massachusetts 02021

Phone: 781-821-5050

Fax: 781-821-5052

Email: Ashleyr@cantonma.org

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