What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade 8 Math Teacher - Long Term Substitute (January - June 2026) position at Ottoson Middle School?
The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging, experience growth and joy, and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.
POSITION GOAL:
To provide mathematics instruction according to the Arlington Public School curriculum and Massachusetts standards. This is a long term substitute position expected to begin in January 2026 and continue until the end of the school year.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Mathematics Teacher at the Middle School level
- Degrees in Mathematics and Education preferred
- Experience working with students at the Middle School Level.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and deliver engaging and rigorous mathematics lessons
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of learners with varied learning profiles
- Assess student performance formally and informally, and provide timely feedback to students on their progress
- Teach five sections of grade 8 and Algebra I mathematics classes
- Collaborate with colleagues to assess student outcomes and share best practices for teaching mathematics.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture where all students feel supported and encouraged to participate.
- Follow district policies and school and department expectations with respect to instruction, grading, and communication to parents and families
- Perform other such related duties as may be required by the Director of Mathematics or Building Administrators.
The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.
Salary : $319 - $345
