English Teacher (Short Term Substitute)

Falmouth, ME - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSTING of VACANCY

English Teacher (Substitute 8-12 weeks)

Lawrence School

2025-2026 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS:

Massachusetts Licensure in Secondary English
SEI Endorsement preferred
Demonstrated experience in the successful motivation of students at varying levels of achievement
Understanding of curriculum design and development
Knowledge of MA Curriculum Frameworks
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Such other alternatives as the Superintendent of Schools may deem acceptable or appropriate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide English instruction to 7th and 8th grade students.
Under the direction of the instructional leadership and in collaboration with grade level colleagues develop curricular objectives and implementation strategies in alignment with the learning standards of the state curriculum frameworks.
Under the direction of the instructional leadership and in collaboration with grade level colleagues design implement and revise curricular units as well as grading criteria for standards/subjects.
Under the direction of the instructional leadership and in collaboration with grade level colleagues develop daily and long-range plans for each course taught relating instruction to the needs of the students curricular objectives English department expectations and state learning standards.
Effectively advance excellence and equity in each class through instructional practices designed to meet the unique needs of all students including those who are advanced multilingual English language learners and students qualifying for a 504 plan or special education services.
Evaluate classroom activities on a daily and long-range basis in respect to educational goals.
Assume necessary supervisory responsibilities when required.
Cooperate with principal colleagues and families in extra-curricular activities.
Maintain a clear and consistent grading procedure for courses.
Keep accurate and appropriate grading and attendance records.
Develop effective relationships with students families and colleagues. Combine a concern for effective relationships with students with strong interests in the subject
Evaluate each students progress in academic and social skills knowledge and understanding.
Using available media routinely communicate with students families colleagues counselors and administrators regarding each students individual progress.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior.
Effectively employ classroom management strategies to create a safe and supportive learning environment.
Accept supervision and guidance from the Department Head and Principal.
Attend professional meetings as required and scheduled.
Serve on committees for curriculum revision and for the general operation of the school.
Continue professional growth by attending meetings seminars courses and other endorsed professional learning.
Fulfill assigned supervisory and homeroom duties
Such other responsibilities that may from time to time be assigned by the Principal and/or Department Head.

REPORTS TO: Principal and Department Head

SALARY: In accordance with FPS Substitute Rates

APPLICATION: Please apply until filled to:

Falmouth Public Schools:

#LAW-STS English 26-1 Lori Duerr Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

INTERNAL POSTING DATE:11/20/2025

EXTERNAL POSTING DATE: 11/20/2025

EOE: The School Committee affirms a policy which guarantees equal employment opportunity in the recruitment application selection compensation retention transfer promotion benefits work assignment and career progression process without discrimination for reasons of individuals race color religious creed national origin sex gender identity age ancestry citizenship military status sexual orientation disability or genetic information.

*race includes traits historically associated with race including but not limited to hair texture hair type hair length and protective hairstyles.

Complete GBA - Affirmative Action Policy can be found here: Falmouth Public Schools Policy Manual

POSTING of VACANCYEnglish Teacher (Substitute 8-12 weeks)Lawrence School2025-2026 School YearQUALIFICATIONS:Massachusetts Licensure in Secondary EnglishSEI Endorsement preferredDemonstrated experience in the successful motivation of students at varying levels of achievementUnderstanding of curriculu...