Teacher - 7th Grade ELA
About The Position
Mountain Views Supervisory Union is committed to fostering rigorous, joyful learning environments where every student feels seen, supported, and challenged. We are seeking a dedicated educator who is passionate about student growth, professional collaboration, and high-quality instruction aligned with Vermont Standards, the Common Core State Standards, and best practices. The teacher serves as a director of learning and a steward of the classroom community. This position requires strong skills in planning, instruction, assessment, collaboration, and professionalism. The successful candidate demonstrates deep content knowledge, responsiveness to students’ needs, and a commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; at least 1 year of relevant experience in an educational setting preferred.
- Strong understanding of child development, classroom operations, and effective teaching practices.
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading, writing, math, and the academic content area taught.
- Basic computer literacy; proficiency with Google Workspace required.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to physically assist students as needed and respond appropriately to medical or behavioral situations.
- Valid Vermont Educator License with appropriate endorsement required.
- Successful completion of required criminal background checks.
Responsibilities
- Planning & Preparation Develop lesson plans aligned to MVSU curriculum, Vermont Standards, and Common Core State Standards.
- Demonstrate strong content knowledge and the ability to connect instruction to students’ backgrounds, interests, and developmental levels.
- Use research-based instructional strategies, resources, and models.
- Design and implement assessments aligned with learning outcomes; use data to guide instruction.
- Integrate technology meaningfully to enhance teaching and learning.
- Classroom Environment Foster a respectful, supportive, and student-centered learning community.
- Create a safe environment where students feel comfortable taking academic risks.
- Build a culture of learning that encourages curiosity, ownership, and high expectations.
- Instruction Communicate clear learning expectations and provide accessible instruction for all learners.
- Engage students in rigorous, meaningful learning experiences using a variety of instructional approaches.
- Use questioning, discussion, and differentiated strategies to support diverse learners.
- Incorporate whole-group, small-group, and individualized instruction.
- Use ongoing assessment, including opportunities for student self-assessment, to inform instruction.
- Professional Responsibilities Engage in continuous professional learning aligned with research, standards, and the MVSU Strategic Plan.
- Reflect on teaching practice to support continuous improvement.
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and support personnel.
- Maintain open communication with families via conferences, newsletters, and other methods.
- Support implementation of student IEPs/504 plans and attend related meetings as needed.
- Provide supervision and guidance to paraeducators.
- Maintain accurate records, uphold strong work habits, and contribute positively to the school community.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Principal.
