25 - possible extension), Horace Mann Lab School, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2025-2026]

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Long Term Substitute Grade 3 Teacher (Nov thru 12/19/25), Horace Mann Lab School, Salem Public Schools, Salem, MA [SY 2025-2026] About Salem Public Schools , where belonging leads to opportunity. Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 11 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity , and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan and core priorities on our website at https://salemk12.org/. What You’ll Do: Elementary School teachers are responsible for preparing all students for personal and academic success. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure a high-quality program for all students. The elementary teacher will effectively manage a partnership with families including regular communication informing of students’ success towards mastering content and personal learning habits. The elementary teachers will participate in ongoing professional learning to deepen knowledge of rigorous engaging curriculum and pedagogy in both academic content and social-emotional learning.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required; Master’s Degree preferred
Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (Required within 1-year of start date)
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience and working in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice
Current authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Dual Certification (content area) a plus
Proven track record of raising student achievement scores in an urban/turnaround environment highly desired.
Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication suites (Remind preferred), Google G-Suite Apps, etc.) desirable.
Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus
Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Teaches reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, by using the district curriculum and other appropriate learning activities reflecting a deep understanding of state frameworks and use of the workshop model.
Plans and uses appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
Provides structure in the classroom by promoting a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Prepares teaching materials and related reports including ongoing data analyses for the purpose of improving instruction, implementing lesson plans, and documenting student progress.
Participates in in-service programs to enhance the overall educational experience for students.
Instructs and provides assistance for student learning, individually or in groups, designing lessons that both present and reinforce learning concepts.
Works under the general supervision of the building principal and other building administrators, manages student behavior, assesses and evaluates student achievement.