Social Studies Teacher - High School

Wachusett Regional School District•Holden, MA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Wachusett Regional School District is seeking candidates committed to enriching the lives of its students. The district values collaboration, empathy, inclusivity, integrity, perseverance, and responsibility. Their mission is to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community by providing a safe and nurturing environment, offering equitable opportunities for deep learning, empowering students to develop their strengths, and partnering with the community to achieve goals efficiently.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field
Subject matter expertise
Valid Massachusetts Teaching License for the applicable grade level and subject area
SEI endorsement required
Strong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and colleagues
Ability to design and deliver rigorous, standards-based instruction and differentiate to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including Multilingual Learners (MLs), students with disabilities, and advanced learners.
Skilled in using student data to inform instruction, monitor progress, and support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth within a collaborative, multi-tiered system of supports.
Successful completion of background checks as required by Massachusetts state law and School Committee policies.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Previous teaching experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and deliver high-quality, Massachusetts standards-aligned lessons through culturally and linguistically sustaining practices using District-approved materials and curricula.
Adapt lessons to meet diverse student needs and learning styles, using research-based instructional practices for all learners, including Multilingual Learners (MLs), students with disabilities, and advanced learners.
Develop and implement content and language objectives for every lesson to support linguistic growth and academic progress.
Actively participate in the MTSS framework, monitoring student progress, identifying challenges, and providing interventions using data platforms.
Be available beyond the regular workday for extra help and student support.
Regularly monitor student performance through formative and summative assessments, assignments, observations, and other tools, providing timely feedback to students and parents.
Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment that fosters student engagement and promotes academic and behavioral success.
Work with colleagues, administrators, and support staff in Professional Learning Communities to improve instruction using High Quality Instructional Materials and researched-based strategies.
Participate in school-based committees, professional development, and faculty meetings.
Maintain professionalism and high moral standards.
Work with colleagues, including ESL/ELD specialists, to co-plan and support the needs of Multilingual Learners (MLs).
Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and concerns, utilizing translation and interpretation services as needed.
Participate in parent-teacher conferences and school events.
Actively pursue and implement professional development strategies, integrate emerging technologies, and align with evolving district and Massachusetts state education vision, initiatives, and policies.