Alternative Program Social Studies Teacher - Anticipated (26/27)

Spaulding Educational Alternatives (SEA) in the BUUSD is seeking an innovative high school social studies teacher to thoughtfully guide students in grade 9-12 with IEPs, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year.

We are looking for a teacher who can help all students through creating and using engaging hands-on/minds-on curriculum, as well as student-centered instruction and assessment practices. Knowledge or experience with intervention and differentiation strategies as well as trauma informed practices is preferred.

A strong working knowledge of proficiency based curriculum design, instruction and grading and a willingness to collaborate with department and other colleagues is essential.

Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Vermont teaching license in secondary social studies or history (grades 7 - 12).

Complete job description can be viewed here.

Candidates must demonstrate:

• A commitment to improve outcomes for all learners.
• The ability to differentiate curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Desire to work in and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Familiarity with proficiency-based learning and grading practices.

SEA Mission:
At the SEA, we commit ourselves to supporting our students’ individual needs and to build meaningful relationships with each of them to empower them to recognize their inherent self worth and to discover and embrace their own unique way to persevere, learn, and succeed.

SEA Program Description:
Spaulding Educational Alternatives (the SEA) is an alternative program within the Barre Unified Union School District (BUUSD) that supports students to develop their social/emotional and academic needs. The vision for SEA involves 4 major components: (1) social-emotional support with a therapeutic component, (2) rigorous academics delivered with a real world context, (3) community connections and (4) a robust training and employment program.

The social-emotional component includes implementing a trauma informed proactive and collaborative problem solving approach as well as 2 full-time licensed mental health clinicians.

The academic component involves experiential and project-based learning, integrated across all activities. Supported by Proficiency Based Graduation Requirements (PBGR) Access Plan, students can learn in a manner and at a pace that is appropriate for them as outlined in their Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs).

The community component involves developing community within the school (for students that have historically felt rejected by their school community) and beyond to parents/families as well as fostering positive connections in the broader Barre and Vermont communities.

The SEA offers vocational learning opportunities in woodworking/carpentry, Automotive/welding, Culinary, and Agriculture within it’s facility and through community partners. Our transition program includes a well-developed and active vocational component. This includes all elements of progressive employment, planning for post-secondary education and training (including college, supported college, trade schools and training programs) and independent living preparation.

**The District is currently in negotiations for the upcoming contracts. The salary indicated in this posting is for the FY25/26 school year and will be updated as soon as negotions are concluded**

Salary : $45,265 - $85,438