Job Description
The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy: The successful candidate will assume the role and responsibilities of a Grade 8 English Teacher The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.
Position:Grade 8 English Teacher
Location:McCarthy Middle School
General Description:
This position requires that the individual hired will perform all duties required of a classroom teacher, including lesson design and implementation; regular assessments and feedback; and communications with colleagues, administration, and families. Certification required.
Welcome to McCarthy Middle School
The C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about students from grades 7-8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential. We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem-solving and self-reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students¿ learning and growth. We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
- Applicants should hold appropriate MA DESE Teaching License .
- Please bring official transcripts to the hiring supervisor if interviewed in the event that you are
recommended for hire.
- Master degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Application Questions
The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.
1. Please describe why you are interested in this position.
Long Essay (Answer limited to characters, including spaces)
2. Why are you interested in this position?
Short Essay (Answer limited to characters, including spaces)
3. How did you hear about this position? Have you worked previously for the Chelmsford Public Schools? If so what position(s)
Short Essay (Answer limited to characters, including spaces)
Contact Information
Jeffrey Parks, Principal (McCarthy)
North Road
Chelmsford, Massachusetts
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