Upper School English Teacher - Long-Term Substitute
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- The Fessenden School - West Newton, MA 02465
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Education
- Posted
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree
- Ability to create a student-centered classroom that fosters academic rigor, engagement, and positive relationships.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to connect with boys and collaborate with families and colleagues.
- Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching practices.
- Ability to provide various instructional practices to meet the learning needs of diverse learners.
- Successful criminal background check.
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree in education, science, or a related field.
- Master’s degree in education, English, or a related field.
- 2+ years of teaching experience with middle school students or an equivalent age group.
- Experience with project-based learning and educational technology integration.
- Prior experience working in an all-boys school or understanding of boys’ developmental needs.
Full description
About Us
The Fessenden School is an all-boys independent day and boarding school serving 540 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 9 in West Newton, MA. Our mission is to cultivate each boy’s talents and develop in balance his character, mind, and body in an inclusive and joyful community. For over 100 years, The Fessenden School has offered state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic curriculum, and programs specifically designed to meet the educational and developmental needs of boys.
Position Summary
Fessenden seeks a creative, reflective, and collaborative Upper School English Teacher (long-term substitute) to teach two classes of Grade 7 English and two classes of Grade 9 English from April 5, 2027, to June 11, 2027. This educator will inspire a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking while supporting boys’ academic growth, character development, and identity formation during these pivotal years. At Fessenden, we strive to have each classroom foster an inclusive and equitable environment that reflects the School’s mission and core values of honesty, compassion, and respect.
The role involves teaching 12 to 15 boys in each class, collaborating with grade-level teams, and advising a small group of students. Strong candidates will bring deep knowledge of middle school literature, an appreciation for boys’ development, and a commitment to inclusive and engaging classroom practice.
Schedule
- April 5, 2027 - June 11, 2027; The position is Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Full-time, Exempt
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach and Inspire:
- Teach Upper School English curriculum (two classes of grade 7 and two classes of grade 9), including literature, writing, grammar, and discussion-based analysis, using developmentally appropriate texts and strategies.
- Create a dynamic classroom environment where boys feel challenged, supported, and encouraged to take intellectual risks.
- Design and implement engaging English lessons that bring literature, language, and writing to life, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of reading.
Build Relationships:
- Build meaningful relationships with students that inspire confidence, curiosity, and perseverance as readers, writers, and thinkers.
- Create a supportive and structured learning environment where all students feel known, valued, and respected.
Integrate Core Values:
- Actively teach and model the School’s core values of honesty, compassion, and respect, supporting students’ academic growth and character development.
Differentiated Instruction:
- Utilize varied instructional strategies and assessments to meet the diverse learning needs of students.