25-26 PT Long Term Substitute Teacher ReadingWriting Level 3 Mornings

Somerville, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This is a temporary position thru 4/27/2026

Position Summary:

The Part-TimeMorningLong-Term Substitute Reading/Writing 3 Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality literacy instruction to adult learners in an Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. The teacher supports students in developing reading and writing skills necessary to achieve academic career and personal goals including preparation for a high school equivalency credential.

This role serves a diverse population of adult learners including multilingual students with varying educational backgrounds. The teacher promotes an inclusive learner-centered classroom environment and implements evidence-based instructional practices aligned with ABE curriculum guidelines and CCRSAE standards.

The teacher also supports program operations through assessment documentation and collaboration with colleagues and program leadership

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below reflect the primary duties of the position; the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the role. Additional responsibilities that are similar related or a logical assignment to the position may be assigned as needed to meet program legal or operational needs.

Plan and deliver engaging learner-centered reading and writing instruction aligned with ABE curriculum guidelines and CCRSAE standards.
Provide explicit instruction in reading and writing strategies including literacy skills across content areas.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic linguistic and cultural needs of adult learners.
Assess student learning regularly and use data to inform instruction and support student progress.
Maintain accurate attendance records and document student progress in accordance with program and DESE requirements.
Administer required assessments and complete related reporting tasks.
Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and persistence.
Collaborate with colleagues counselors and program administrators to support student success and program goals.
Attend and actively participate in department meetings professional development and in-service trainings.
Integrate technology effectively into instruction to enhance learning outcomes.
Prepare and submit lesson plans in accordance with department expectations.
Follow program policies and procedures including those related to substitutes and instructional continuity.
Performs other duties consistent with the scope and responsibility of the position as assigned.

Knowledge Abilities & Skills

Adult Basic Education (ABE) instructional practices and standards (CCRSAE)
Evidence-based reading and writing instruction strategies
Language acquisition and instructional strategies for multilingual learners
Assessment tools such as BEST Plus and TABE (preferred)
Culturally responsive teaching practices
Deliver effective explicit literacy instruction to adult learners
Differentiate instruction for varied skill levels and learning needs
Build supportive relationships with adult students from diverse backgrounds
Use assessment data to guide instruction and monitor progress
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and program staff
Maintain accurate records and meet reporting requirements
Instructional planning and curriculum implementation
Classroom management in an adult learning environment
Written and verbal communication
Organization and time management
Technology integration for teaching and learning

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the positions essential functions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of three (3) years of adult classroom teaching experience including at least one full year teaching adult immigrants
Demonstrated experience using learner-centered instructional approaches and integrated skills instruction

Preferred Qulaifications:

Masters degree in Education or Adult Literacy
Massachusetts Teacher Certification
BEST Plus and TABE-e Writing certification

Reporting Relationships

Position Reports to:Director of SCALE or Designee

Terms of Employment

Work Period:March 2026 June 2026

Schedule:3mornings per week

Location: SCALE

Hours:9 instructional hours per week; 2 preparation hours per week

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Benefits:Not benefits eligible (part-time grant-funded position)

Salary:In accordance with the SEU Unit D collective bargaining agreement

Pre-Employment Requirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

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The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Required Experience:

This is a temporary position thru 4/27/2026Position Summary:The Part-TimeMorningLong-Term Substitute Reading/Writing 3 Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality literacy instruction to adult learners in an Adult Basic Education (ABE) program. The teacher supports students in developing readi...