MS World Language Teacher

The Windham Southeast School District (WSESD)/Windham Southeast Supervisory Union (WSESU) is an increasingly diverse community with an ongoing commitment to social justice and anti-racism. We are looking for enthusiastic professionals to join us in furthering this work. www.wsesu.org/socjus Brattleboro Area Middle School is seeking a talented and motivated World Language teacher to join our staff to begin the second semester of the 24-25 school year. This will be a partial year contract starting in January 2025 and ending at conclusion of the 24-25 school year. This position will ideally teach French and/or Spanish, and Intro to World Languages for 7th-8th graders. The modern language program at the Brattleboro Area Middle School places a high value on oral proficiency and authentic cultural experiences. Successful applicants will be certified or certifiable in French, (grades 7-12) and/or Spanish (Grades 7-12). Brattleboro Area Middle School serves about 250 7th and 8th grade students in southern Vermont. Students attend one advisory every morning, take four “core” classes during the day, and three “exploratory” classes every day. Our school uses a teaming model, and students remain on their team for their two years at BAMS. Our vision at BAMS is “Learning for life, caring for others, doing the right thing, together”, and our school looks for candidates who reflect these values through their actions: Teaching Proficiency Create lesson plans that include inclusionary practices (IEP, 504, co-teaching) and best practices for middle school learners. Demonstrate fluency in proficiency based learning practices: (assessment, flexible pathways, revision, desire to support project based learning/interdisciplinary units). Desire to identify tiers of support for students/how to best support Building & Maintaining Relationships with Students, Staff, Admin, Community Advise a core group of students - socially and academically focused Classroom management that reflects school values around Developmental Designs (Responsive classroom program, advisory, intentional language) Values building and maintaining strong relationships with students and creates a positive learning environment Ability to collaborate in a team structure - regular team meetings Professional Development: A weekly faculty meeting centered around values/initiatives important to the school/district Participation in professional development opportunities Open to participation in committees to support school operations Benefits of working at BAMS: Our school values teacher autonomy, and gives teams the opportunity to create engaging lessons that meet the needs of all students. Work in a team model and receive this support daily. Teachers receive a mentor & work with a cohort of other new teachers to further their abilities. Windham Southeast School District incentivizes professional development, and provides annual funds to do so.