Writing 1 Instructor - Summer Position

Writing 1 Instructor - Job Description

0. Organization Overview

The Middlesex Squared program is a three-summer, five-week college access program designed to prepare high achieving, first-gen and/or low-income high school scholars for college, with a strong focus on STEM courses, college counseling, community building, and extracurricular activities.

Scholars live and learn at Middlesex School in Concord, MA where they participate in up to six hours of academic classes, followed by the Active Program in the afternoons. The program aims to foster scholars' intellectual, social, and emotional development, promoting independence and responsibility.

I. Role Responsibilities

• Classroom Instruction: You will teach 2 sections Writing 1 with sections alternating Monday-Friday between 8am and 2:30pm. Each section will have a duration of 75 minutes per weekday, totaling 6.25-12.5 hours of classroom instruction per week.
• Academic Support: You will assist scholars during office hour sessions 1-2 times per week for 1 hour, Monday-Thursday from 11:00am-12pm.
• Project-Based Learning: Implement project-based methodologies to allow students to learn the fundamentals of writing with a focus on self-expression, poetry, and academic writing.
• Weekly Grading and Reporting: Submit weekly scholar well-being reports and grades via Google Classroom, maintaining accurate academic records and supporting scholars’ progress.
• End of Program Submission: You must submit full student reports, grades, homework assignments, and any other curriculum developed during the program by 5 PM on Friday, July 25, 2026
• Community Events: In addition to the teaching position responsibilities, the Writing Instructor is expected to contribute to a positive and engaged learning community. As such, they will attend the following key events:

Weekly Events:

• Staff Meetings: Wednesdays, 12:05 pm - 12:45 pm
• All School Meeting: Tuesdays, 11:00 am - 11:45 am

Special Events: (Dates subject to change prior to summer start)

• Staff Orientation: Wednesday, June 17th to Friday, June 19th
• Student Arrival and Welcome Events: Monday, June 22nd
• Team-building and Convocation: Tuesday, June 23rd
• First Day of Classes: Wednesday, June 24th
• Coffeehouse: TBD (Evening)
• Family Visit Day: TBD
• Stepping-Up Ceremony: Friday, July 24th
• Campus Wrap-up: Saturday, July 25th

*Participation for on-campus social events and meals is HIGHLY encouraged and welcomed.

II. Location and Duration

The Middlesex Squared program is conducted on the scenic Middlesex School campus, located in Concord, Massachusetts. The duration of the contract will be from Wednesday, June 17th, 2026, through Saturday, July 25th, 2026.

Teaching Faculty are able to commute to and from campus daily or, when space allows, housing can be provided in the dorms for the duration of the program.

III. Benefits

• Teach and inspire diverse scholars, supporting their educational and emotional growth.
• Experience the beauty of Concord, Massachusetts, with easy access to outdoor activities and Boston
• Develop professionally by taking on additional responsibilities, engaging in workshops, and contributing to a growth-focused work culture.
• Meals are included while on campus, housing provided on an as-needed and as-available basis

IV. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Creative Writing, or a related field
• Previous teaching experience in respective field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with supporting students from diverse backgrounds preferred
• Flexibility to participate in program events and an enthusiastic attitude toward contributing to the program's community.

V. Compensation

Our summer staffing model is designed to balance fair pay, role clarity, and long-term program sustainability. This position has a budgeted amount for the full program and reflects the scope and time commitment of the role as designed.

This position is compensated at a flat rate of $3,000 per section taught for the full contract period, reflecting the responsibilities and time commitment of the role.

Please apply using the link. To learn more about the program, visit squarednetwork.org.