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Cambridge Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5948331

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Nov 1, 2026

Job Description Position :

Extended Term Substitute, SEI Teacher Available November 2026 through March 2027

Graham & Parks School/Multilingual Learner Education Department Graham and Parks School Community:

Graham & Parks School is a vibrant, multicultural, multilingual learning community located in Cambridge, MA. At Graham & Parks, we take pride in the richness of our school's diversity and foster equity, antiracism, and inclusion. Our students come from all over the world and speak over 30 languages. We are committed to a child-centered, interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning where all children feel safe and a sense of belonging. We work hard to strike the right balance of support and challenge for each child . The work that students, faculty, and staff engage in can be characterized by collaboration, perseverance, and risk-taking. Our goal is to ensure each child thrives.

The Role :

The Extended Term substitute will be responsible for teaching Grade 1 in a Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Newcomers classroom for emerging bilingual students. The successful candidate will plan instruction using the

WIDA 2020 ELD

Standards, the Massachusetts State Frameworks, and the CPS District and ESL Curriculum. The teacher will set high expectations for all students and utilize the SIOP framework to plan instruction that includes scaffolding and differentiation to support students. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, improving, reflecting, and working together to ensure all students achieve at high levels. To this end, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to partnering with diverse families and creating a classroom environment that fosters mutual respect and cultural sensitivity.

Your Skill Set :

As the incoming Extended Term substitute, Grade 1 SEI Teacher, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications: Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Education from an accredited college or university, with courses in second language acquisition and/or applied linguistics. Massachusetts teacher licensure in Elementary 1-6 or Early Childhood PreK-2 with SEI endorsement and ESL PreK-6 is preferred At least 1 year experience working in a linguistically diverse or urban setting is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills A passion for education Familiarity with or willingness to learn to access data in educational systems such as Google Suite for Education, Aspen, Ellevation, and SchoolCity A willingness to engage in further training and coursework to build instructional capacity to meet the needs of all learners Culturally responsive and attentive to the needs of diverse families and educators Proficiency in English and fluency in a language other than English (Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Mandarin, Haitian Creole, Somali, Arabic, or other language) preferred, but not required. How to

Join Our Team :

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills, experience, and commitment to equity in education meet the qualifications of the position as well as stating how you heard about this opportunity. At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Cambridge Public Schools 135 Berkshire Street Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141

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