Camels Hump Middle School, located in Richmond, VT, is a middle school consisting of approximately 300 students in grades 5-8. We have a four-person teaming structure for our 7th and 8th grade teams in which each teacher specializes in their content area. Our teams loop so students stay with their teams for two years. Our teaching model includes differentiated instruction in collaboration with special educators in all Math and ELA classes. Co-teaching plays a key role in our teaching and learning approach. We are seeking a certified teacher with a focus of instruction at the 7th and 8th grade level for English Language Arts.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

-demonstrate an understanding of, and/or have experience with the reading and writing workshop model 

-have an understanding and experience working within a proficiency-based learning environment

-willing to collaborate with their team colleague as well as team special educators

-value and implement inclusive and equitable teaching practices as well as use a variety of instructional techniques and resources to create a differentiated learning space

-ability to create strong, positive relationships with students and colleagues and values the importance of these relationships

-have strong planning and instructional skills and experience at the middle school level

-demonstrate the ability to foster joy of literacy 

-values the importance of data and feedback to inform instruction

-uses and understands the importance of formative assessment

-have the ability and experience to organize classroom spaces, systems and procedures and possess effective classroom behavior management skills to ensure a socially and emotionally safe learning environment

MMUUSD is committed to supporting the success of all learners by eradicating bias in our systems and graduating students with critical literacy and equity literacy skills. Successful applicants will be invested in the success of every learner and expected to engage in continuing capacity building to support diverse learners. We are especially interested in applicants with diverse experiences who share this commitment.

We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and life insurance and a competitive salary. Our schools offer a respectful and collaborative work environment and a supportive team atmosphere! For more information about our school district, please visit our web page at https://www.mmuusd.org/.

Questions? Please contact Gretchen Muller, CHMS Principal at gretchen.muller@mmuusd.org.