Bedford Public Schools
Invites applications for the position of:
English Teacher
Bedford High School
FY27
Description:
We are seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated High School English Teacher to join our school community. The successful candidate will inspire students to become thoughtful readers, confident writers, effective communicators, and critical thinkers while creating a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in English or English Education, Secondary Education with an English concentration, Literature, or Writing
Massachusetts certification appropriate to area of assignment
Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.)
Reports To:
Building Principal
Responsibilities:
Performance Responsibilities:
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Demonstrate knowledge of the subject area.
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Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals.
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Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
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Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
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Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
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Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
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Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
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Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed.
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Use assessment data to inform instruction.
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Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
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Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
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Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction.
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Communicate student progress and development to parents.
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Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required.
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Participate in professional growth opportunities.
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Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
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Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
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Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
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Perform other such duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal and/or Program Director or Program Administrator, consistent with the BEA Contract.
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Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Must possess the ability to:
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Build positive relationships with students in support of their academic and social development.
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Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
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Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
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Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
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Assess the accomplishments of the students on a regular basis and provide timely progress reports.
Must be able to:
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Plan a program of study that, to the extent possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
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Apply relevant content knowledge to the subjects taught.
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Apply knowledge of child growth and development to effectively address the needs of students.
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Physical and Environmental Demands:
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The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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Ability to work in a normal classroom and school building environment.
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Ability to move freely about the building to perform duties with students and teachers.
Salary/Benefits:
Per BEA and BPS contract
Approved by the School Committee: May 8, 2007
Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive personally, professionally, and academically.
