MS English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

MS English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Virtual - Greenfield, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5682615

Application Deadline:

Jun 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

Job Title:

Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher

Department:

Middle School

Start Date:

August 13, 2026 Reports to: Middle School Principal

Salary Range:

Based on salary scale as agreed upon between GCVS and AFT Massachusetts, AFL-CIO GCVS Professional Staff. $57,443.30 to $93,722.31

Position Summary:

The Middle School ELA Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction to students with diverse learning needs in the GCVS virtual environment. This role focuses on fostering an inclusive virtual classroom culture, and ensuring that all students have equitable access to the middle school ELA curriculum. The teacher works collaboratively with all GCVS staff, related service providers, and families to support student growth, wellness, and academic achievement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

? Deliver GCVS curriculum through virtual instruction aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. ? Teach ELA at the middle school level under the direction of the Principal. ? Lead students through successful course completion. ? Foster a virtual environment conducive to learning. ? Prioritize student needs so that each child may reach their fullest potential. ? Partner with parents and colleagues to manage course goals, curriculum, and materials that best benefit the individual needs of each student. ? Engage and nurture student learning and student relationships. ? Utilize data-driven instruction to adjust teaching strategies based on individual student performance and assessments. ? Promote a sense of belonging and community using district-approved platforms. ? Proactively engage students who may face barriers to participation in a remote setting. ? Collaborate with appropriate GCVS staff to co-teach and support students in inclusive settings. ? Maintain frequent and professional communication with parents/guardians regarding student milestones and challenges. ? Participate in the Massachusetts Educator Evaluation Framework and engage in ongoing professional development. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Page 2 ? Valid Massachusetts DESE license in ELA (English 5-12) with SEI Endorsement. ? Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. ?

Experience:

3-5 years of teaching experience preferred, with specific experience in middle school education. ?

Technical Proficiency:

Ability to quickly learn and navigate virtual platforms (e.g., Schoology, eSped, PowerSchool, Google Suite, various teaching tools, etc.). ?

Physical/Travel:

Ability to operate a computer for lengthy periods.

Location Preference:

Applicants residing in the Massachusetts area are strongly preferred, with the ability to travel to locations across the state and attend GCVS events as needed.

Interested Candidates:

Please submit the following: 1.

A letter of interest describing:

a. Your major educational accomplishments, and the teaching skills you will bring to GCVS as a middle school ELA teacher. 2. A copy of your appropriate Massachusetts license (English 5-12) for this position. 3. Your current resume should include a list of three professional references with contact information.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$57,443.30 to $93,722.30 Per Year