About The Position
This position is an anticipated vacancy, expected to be vacant by 9/6/26. The current incumbent has a right to rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the expected vacancy date. Hire confirmation is contingent upon the position becoming vacant. The role may begin as a Long-Term Substitute if the position is not vacant by the start of the school year. This is a Long-Term Substitute position, expected to start on 9/6/26 and end on the last day of school. All substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long-term assignments, and begin at the per diem rate of pay. This position is located in a Spanish/English dual language school, requiring candidates to be bilingual and bi-literate in Spanish. An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred. At Sarah Greenwood School, the focus is on building a diverse, inclusive learning community where every student is known, challenged, and supported to thrive. As a Boston Public School, there is a commitment to transformation, improving instruction, cultivating a culture of belonging, and ensuring equitable outcomes for all learners. The vision centers on continuous improvement, high expectations, and shared responsibility, with a redesign of systems and practices to better serve students and families. Every classroom, conversation, and decision is grounded in the belief that meaningful change is possible and necessary. The school community consists of collaborators and learners who shape the future of the school together. The ideal candidate is passionate about reflective practice, student-centered learning, and contributing their voice and expertise to a school on a purposeful improvement journey. Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Dual Language Spanish/Elementary Teacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable. This is an opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. BPS teachers and leaders are committed to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, academic proficiency for all students, and closing the achievement gap. BPS supports creativity and innovation and respects teachers' skills and abilities.
Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
- Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6
- Hold a Bilingual Education Endorsement. (A valid Transitional Bilingual Education license or Transitional Bilingual Learning endorsement issued by the Department shall be deemed the equivalent of the Bilingual Education Endorsement.)
- Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
- Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools.
- Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
- Candidates must be bilingual and bi-literate in Spanish.
- An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching in urban schools.
- Dual certification in ESL.
- Degree in Education
- Fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.
- Certified in Moderate Disabilities.
- Certified in English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
Responsibilities
- Teach: Elementary in a Dual Language Setting
- Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that integrates reading, writing, and analytical skills development in alignment with state curricular frameworks for core content areas.
- Implement district learning goals and objectives using district supported curriculum as outlined in the District Curriculum Universal Accommodation Plan.
- Create a developmentally appropriate, child-centered environment that establishes positive student behavioral expectations conducive to all learners' needs through structured routines, and positive behavioral interventions.
- Establish classroom structure that values positive relationships through intentional implementation of appropriate curriculum
- Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments in accordance with district guidelines.
Benefits
- Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. Please refer to the BPS website for more information on salary and compensation.
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