Description

Join our dynamic Middle School as an Interim English Teacher!

We're seeking a student-centered educator to teach four sections of English and co-lead an advisory group. This role is ideal for someone passionate about inquiry-based learning, culturally responsive teaching, and building strong connections with students and colleagues. Opportunities include leading experiential learning, community engagement, and cross-grade activities in a progressive, whole-child educational environment.

Application Requirements: Complete application with a cover letter on employment page of catlin.edu https://secure5.saashr.com/ta/CGSG21.careers?careerssearch

Cover Letter Required Resume Required

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Teach four sections of middle school English classes Support students with their learning and growth in the classroom as well as in forums outside of the classroom, like office hours as well as grade level team meetings Create an inclusive and culturally responsive classroom environment through regular class meetings, supportive exchanges with students, and clear expectations for classroom behavior Coordinate and implement, at the classroom level, appropriate student assessments and utilize assessment results to enhance student learning, including differentiated instruction Collaborate with department members in designing and implementing curriculum that aligns with the school mission and departmental aims, including preparing students for high school English requirements Communicate in a clear and timely fashion with all community members Cooperatively work and communicate effectively with parents/guardians in conferences, written reports, and with informal interactions Support and follow the Faculty Handbook for Policies and Procedure and MS Professional Expectations Be a positive and contributing member of the professional community Serve as an active member of a grade level team, including participating on class trips or events Develop, plan, and lead or co-lead experiential learning activities with a group of students OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties as assigned by Middle School Head SCOPE OF WORK

Though the work is performed largely independently, ongoing collaboration is expected with colleagues across the school. Collaboration with grade level teams, committees as assigned, and the Middle School Head are also expected.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE BA or BS in English, education, or related field required MA, MS, or MAT in English or related field and/or related experience preferred Demonstrated experience with adolescents is required At least two years of English teaching experience preferable Experience in curriculum development and Understanding by Design instructional planning is a plus Proficient in the use of internet, e-mail, and other appropriate technology applications Understanding and experience with student-centered teaching, project-based learning, and performance-based assessment is preferable INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS Interactions occur most routinely with students in the classroom and during other activities Many informal interactions with students for whom the teacher has no direct supervision or responsibility happen regularly Daily contact ranges from direct teaching of curriculum to informal exchanges of a personal or social nature Regular contact with colleagues, particularly those working in the same grade level, discipline or on a joint project is expected Frequent contact with parents either for scheduled conferences or casual conversation is a community norm Responsible and active collaboration with colleagues, in all divisions, is expected WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The requirements listed below are representative of physical requirements and may not be all-encompassing. Incumbents must be able to perform job duties with or without accommodations. Work is primarily performed in a classroom setting and includes occasional work leading students off campus activities, sometimes outside. Occasional overnight student trips are required. Frequently remains in a stationary position for lesson preparation, report writing, and collaborative meetings for a moderate amount of time Requires mobility to traverse campus to accompany and assure the safety of students This may include moving up and down stairs or hill between facilities multiple times throughout the workday

Occasional bending, squatting, stooping and kneeling Occasionally up 20 pounds Periodic trips off-campus for retreats, professional development and to accompany students

SCHEDULE

This position is expected to begin in August 2025 and continue through October 2025, with the possibility of extension depending on leave coverage needs.

Teachers are expected to be on campus from at least 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day and to participate in school-related functions as assigned. Full-time faculty members are also expected to attend retreats, conferences, and workshops, and to accompany students on experiential learning activities throughout the year.