What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School ELA Curriculum Implementation Team position at Everett Public Schools?
Middle School ELA Curriculum Implementation Team
Purpose:
The Middle School ELA department meetings serve as a collaborative space for teachers to strengthen curriculum alignment, refine instructional practices, and ensure consistency in pacing, writing instruction, and standards-based teaching across grades 6–8.
Working Time/Modality: Up to 20 Hours between October 2025 and June 2026, which will include attendance at in-person sessions that will be held on the first Monday of each month (13.5 hours) and asynchronous work (6.5 hours). After school sessions will run from 3:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. and will be in person at a location that is to be determined.
- Monday, October 6, 2025
- Monday, November 3, 2025
- Monday, December 1, 2025
- Monday, January 5, 2025
- Monday, February 2, 2025
- Monday, March 2, 2025
- Monday, April 6, 2025
- Monday, May 4, 2025
- Monday, June 1, 2025
Qualifications:
- Current assignment that is responsible for implementation or supporting the Grades 6-8 Amplify ELA curriculum, including the following roles:
- Grades 6-8 Classroom Teacher, EL Teacher, Inclusion teacher
- Instructional Coach or ELL Coach responsible for supporting Amplify ELA Curriculum implementation in grades 6-8
Preferred Qualifications:
- Rich and varied experience with literacy curriculum and instruction
- Strong growth mindset and collaborative skills
- Student-centered approach to instruction with high expectations for student achievement
Compensation: up to 20 hours or a total of $800 per person (based on the number of teachers participating). Stipend paid as one sum at the end of the council activities in June 2026..
Number of Positions: 30
Essential Duties:
- Share and discuss effective instructional strategies and resources.
- Share strategies for supporting students in narrative, informational, and argumentative writing, as well as the weekly response to the text portfolio.
- Analyze state and district ELA standards to ensure lessons and units are fully aligned.
- Monitor student progress and adjust instruction as needed.
- Review pacing guides to ensure consistency across grade levels.
- Identify areas where adjustments may be necessary to meet student needs.
- Plan ahead for upcoming units and ensure readiness with materials and resources.
- Engage in open discussions to share challenges and solutions.
- Support one another in implementing best practices.
- Document meeting outcomes and next steps for accountability and follow-through.
Expected Outcomes:
- Greater alignment across grade levels in curriculum and instruction.
- Consistent writing expectations and assessments.
- Clear pacing that supports mastery of ELA standards.
- Improved student achievement through collaborative planning.
Members will report to Louise DeSisto, K-8 Director of ELA/Literacy, regarding this offering.
For questions, contact Louise DeSisto, ldesisto@everett.k12.ma.us
The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Salary : $800