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Northampton Public Schools

GRADE 7 ELA TEACHER

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Northampton, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

An English or Language Arts Teacher teaches English in elementary to secondary schools. Focuses on English, writing, composition, literature, and critical analysis. In elementary school, language arts classes focus on basic reading, writing and linguistic / communication skills. In middle school, the English curriculum evolves and expands to include more complicated reading comprehension, such as fiction, poetry and essays. In teaching high school, the focus relies on developing analytical skills.

$76,262 / year median in Massachusetts

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

JFK Middle School Grade 7 ELA Teacher (1)35 hours per weekMonday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Start date:

August 24, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. MA DESE License Certification in English, 5-12 is required. Official University/College Transcripts required Teacher Unit A Salary Scale based on experience and degree

If Hired:

Must have acceptable MA CORI and SAFIS National Fingerprint Background Checks prior to employment.

Benefits:

Full benefits and privileges consistent with the Northampton Association of School Employees (NASE) Teachers Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement Contract.