Substitute Teacher / Language Arts (English)

Connecticut REAP•Berlin, CT

35d

About The Position

The Research and Media Literacy Teacher position focuses on developing students' critical thinking, information literacy, digital citizenship, and research skills across all content areas. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with classroom teachers to integrate research and media literacy instruction into the curriculum while fostering a culture of inquiry and evidence-based learning.

Requirements

Valid Connecticut Teacher Certification in English, Grades 7-12 (015) OR English, Middle School, Grades 4-8 (215) OR School Library Media Specialist (062)
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in English, Education, Library Science, or related field
Prior experience teaching research skills, media literacy, or information literacy at the middle school level
Familiarity with AASL Standards, Connecticut Core Standards, and digital citizenship frameworks
Knowledge of current educational technology tools and platforms for research and collaboration

Responsibilities

Design and deliver explicit instruction in research methodologies, source evaluation, citation practices, and academic integrity
Teach media literacy skills including analysis of digital information, identification of bias, fact-checking, and evaluation of online sources
Develop and implement lessons on digital citizenship, internet safety, and ethical use of technology
Integrate research and media literacy skills across all subject areas through co-teaching and collaborative planning with content teachers
Create engaging, standards-based lessons that are differentiated to meet diverse learner needs
Utilize educational technology and digital tools to enhance student learning and engagement
Partner with English Language Arts teachers and other content area teachers to support curriculum-embedded research projects
Co-plan and co-teach units that integrate research skills and media literacy competencies
Collaborate with the Library Media Specialist to support the school's information literacy program
Provide professional development and resources to staff on research instruction and media literacy best practices
Support students in developing portfolio-worthy research projects and presentations
Assess student progress in research and media literacy skills using formative and summative assessments
Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students on their research process and final products
Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with families
Create a classroom environment that promotes intellectual risk-taking, critical inquiry, and academic discourse
Support students in grades 6-8 as they develop increasingly sophisticated research and analysis skills