ELA Department Head Teacher Overview:
Reporting to the Principal, the ELA Department Head Teacher serves as the primary ELA teacher
for multiple grade levels (grades 6-8). In addition to providing direct classroom instruction, the
teacher serves as a leader and mentor to the Teaching Fellows on the ELA team, and is an essential
point of contact with families. This teacher position is responsible for creating an environment in
which students can achieve their highest potential, as demonstrated by measurable academic and
social growth.
Primary Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Principal, your responsibilities will consist of the following:
- Modeling of successful teacher practices:
o Lead teach at least four ELA classes within the 6th-8th grade level (both boys and
girls sections) and co-teach other classes as needed.
o Taking a leadership role in the co-teaching/paraprofessional mode with a focus on
growing the impact of the ELA program. As a leader for the school’s ELA
Department, the ELA Department Head must be flexible and willing and able to
complete a variety of tasks and be willing to step up to ensure the success of the
ELA Department, fellow teachers, and students.
o Developing lesson plans and maintaining a Curriculum Document that includes:
▪ A copy of lesson plans.
▪ A copy of any unit plans utilized in class.
▪ A copy of all worksheets (with reference numbers tied back to lesson plans)
used in class.
▪ A copy of all assessments used in class.
- Participate in the school’s student support model where needed including:
o Actively participating in weekly Student Support Team meetings.
o Running small group and individual work during WIN blocks as needed.
o Support the successful implementation of AVID strategies in the classrooms and
complete AVID related trainings as needed.
- Assisting in regular staffing responsibilities as outlined in the Nativity Faculty Handbook and
Nativity Employee Manual.
o Such tasks include participating in one “late” day (i.e. end of academic day through
end of after-school day) per week, assisting lunch and/or recess duties as needed.
o Assisting with morning advisory and in emergency teaching needs, as such needs
develop.
o Attending and actively participating in weekly staff meetings.
o Participating in staff orientation prior to the start of the school year and two annual
two-day retreats.
- Participate in Summer Session orientation and Summer Session (July).
o Summer Orientation Dates: July 1st-July 2nd: July 1, 2026 is the start date for this
role.
o Summer Session Dates: July 6th-July 24th
o End of August Orientation Dates to be communicated by May 1st, 2026.
- Follow the annual Academic Calendar (to be forwarded to employees by June 2026), with
participation in staff orientation prior to the start of school year.
- Assist the Principal with special projects as needed.
- Promote the school’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist work within the academic
program, curriculum and day-to-day duties.
- Fulfill responsibilities as memorialized in the Nativity Employee Handbook.
Qualifications:
- At least two years of classroom experience, preferably in middle school.
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Certification in subject
area, preferably in ELA.
- Openness to embracing and promoting the Ignatian mission and identity of Nativity School
of Worcester.
- Must have an even disposition with a poised confidence and have the ability to work
effectively and politely with people from different backgrounds, experience levels and in all
types of situations. It is essential that the individual be courteous and flexible under stress.
- Must have cultural sensitivity and awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues
regarding the internal and external Nativity Worcester community.
- Must have demonstrated abilities to evaluate problems accurately and display good, sound,
and confidential judgment. Must maintain a professional, caring, and conscientious
demeanor at all times.
- Proficiency with the Spanish language preferred but not required.
- Citizenship, residency or work VISA in the United States required.
The start for this role is July 1, 2026. To be considered for the role, you must be able to attend the
school’s July 1 and 2 orientation, and the school’s July summer session.
Compensation: See the Teach Salary Schedule below. Nativity offers competitive benefits including
medical, vision, and dental insurance, retirement matching and tuition reimbursement.
TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter and résumé to careers@nativityworcester.org.
Nativity School of Worcester is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage
applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical
disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or
genetic information. Nativity School of Worcester is committed to a diverse and inclusive
environment; we welcome a broad spectrum of candidates, and particularly invite applications from
diverse backgrounds and life experiences (e.g. gender, ethnicity/race, and other individuals who are
under- represented in the profession). Candidates who have worked with a diverse range of
individuals and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their
experiences and interests in their cover letter.
To learn more about Nativity School of Worcester visit: www.nativityworcester.org.
