<p>Shrewsbury Public Schools Posted: April 30, 2026 Closed: May 8, 2026 Employment Opportunity: Sherwood Middle School POSITION: Grade 5 English Language Arts/Social Studies 2026-2027 school year The Shrewsbury Public Schools is seeking a Grade 5 English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year for Sherwood Middle School. We are searching for an educator invested in the achievement, equity, and access of all learners in and beyond the classroom. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender backgrounds and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. About Us: The Sherwood Middle School community serves approximately 930 students in grades five and six. Sherwood Middle School has a 1:1 iPad program for all students and uses Schoology as a learning management system. The mission of Sherwood Middle School is: To provide a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment in which the entire learning community addresses the unique developmental needs of 5th and 6th grade students. To encourage students to reach their academic, artistic, social, emotional, and physical potential. To prepare students to be productive citizens both in and out of school. Please find more information about Sherwood Middle School at https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/sherwood/ Find more information about Shrewsbury Public Schools at https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov Qualifications include: Provisional, Initial or Professional Licensure in Middle Level Humanities from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education preferred. Excellent communication skills with parents/caretakers and colleagues Demonstrates the values of Shrewsbury Public Schools and Sherwood Middle School Strong knowledge of middle school student needs and programming Works flexibly in a changing school environment Salary for this position will be based on the SEA contract. Steps and lanes for 2026-2027 can be found here. Individual placement is contingent upon review and approval of education and experience. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts, license # or unofficial copy of license if applicable, and three current professional letters of reference, including one from a direct supervisor, professor, or evaluator. Please apply via www.schoolspring.com. The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.</p>