North Reading Middle School is seeking an Academic Coordinator, Long-Term Substitute for their Bridge Program for the full 2024-2025 school year. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

The North Reading Middle School Bridge program provides clinical support, academic coordination, family support, and care coordination services to North Reading Middle School students who are transitioning back to a full schedule after missing extensive amounts of learning due to significant mental health, medical, and/or life transition challenges. Bridge is a short-term, intensive (Tier 3) program open to students with and without disabilities. Its supports are customized to each student’s needs, culturally competent, clinically informed, and flexible. Program staff strive to coordinate resources within North Reading Middle School and the wider community, and partner effectively with families, to help each participating student make the most efficient transition possible and finish the school year on track for the transition to High School.

North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 3, 2024. New educators are required to attend the two day new staff orientation on dates still to be determined. In addition to competitive salary and benefits, we are offering up to $500 per candidate available for: tuition reimbursement, relocation support, and/or signing bonus.

Essential duties 

• Consult with Bridge Clinical Coordinator, guidance, and administration in the decision making process for referrals to the Bridge Program
• Collaborate with Bridge Clinical Coordinator, family, and student to develop a re-entry plan for incoming Bridge students
• Develop and implement the academic component of the overall case management plan for each student
• Collaboratively develop and maintain a work tracking and academic data management system with students, parents/guardians, and team of teachers
• Complete and review weekly goals and reflection forms with each student with the objective of guiding student self-monitoring progress
• Provide direct academic support along with communication with a student’s teachers to modify assignments, as needed, for the student to demonstrate sufficient mastery of grade curriculum
• Proactively and consistently consult/communicate with educator colleagues and school administrators regarding the academic program, requirements, progress, and status of each student in Bridge
• Provide consistent communication with families to keep them apprised of student progress and gather feedback and information to support student learning and well-being
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals established clear objectives
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives, including leading small-group and 1:1 tutoring sessions with Bridge students
• Coordinate and participate in bimonthly progress meetings with Bridge Clinical Coordinator, family, guidance, and/or administration
• Consult with Bridge Clinical Coordinator, guidance, and/or administration regarding exit plan
• Participate in monthly meetings with guidance and/or administration to review attendance data
• Participate in ongoing professional development in the areas of absenteeism and school avoidance in order to remain updated on related research and best practices
• Other duties as assigned by the building Principal or their Designee

 Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Moderate and/or Severe Disabilities, grades PreK-8 or All Levels; OR Professional Support Personnel, School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor, All Levels
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working demeanor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required 

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.