<p>Pine Hill Elementary School is seeking a long-term substitute teacher to teach grade 1, beginning on or about September 25, 2025, through the beginning of January 2026.</p> <p>We seek a certified elementary educator who values and respects children and who is a strong collaborator, independent thinker, and reflective practitioner. The teacher is expected to teach the Grade 1 curriculum, refine instructional plans to address student needs, and design individual and small group interventions, and inclusion of students with special education and ELL needs. In addition, the teacher will maintain a classroom community predicated on mutual respect, positive relationships, and effective motivation and management for learning.</p> <p>Responsibilities: A successful candidate will have a degree in education, Massachusetts licensure in elementary education, SEI endorsement, and experience implementing the readers/writers workshop model and an inquiry-based approach to science. Additional responsibilities include communication with families, participation in faculty and grade level team meetings, completion of report cards, and conducting parent/guardian conferences.</p> <p>Our district is committed to strengthening opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our educators are engaged in a collective effort to improve understanding and deepen practices to actively foster racial literacy and cultural competency. Candidates who bring diverse perspectives and who have skills and experience to strengthen our district DEI work are strongly encouraged to apply.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Current elementary 1-6 licensure or PreK-2 licensure </li><li>Knowledge of elementary pedagogy and best practices </li><li>Effective classroom management skills </li><li>Organizational skills </li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills </li><li>Ability to form positive relationships and convey a sense of caring and respect for others </li></ul>