January 13, 2023

Stipend Opportunities for Staff

ACCELERATION ACADEMIES: GRADES 3-10

We are seeking EPS teachers to staff our Acceleration Academies for students in grades 3-8 during the February and April vacations. We are looking for both academic teachers and enrichment teachers! Please see descriptions and links to apply below.

Teachers will support academic learning during February and April vacation weeks as part of our Acceleration Academy programming. We will run 2 academies per grade per school - one focused on ELA and one focused on Math to accelerate student learning. We will try our best to pair you with the grade you teach at the school you teach. The final decision will be made based on enrollment and need.

In addition, we are excited to build in enrichment activities as a critical component. EPS needs specialists to provide enrichment programming from 9 to 11 a.m. and 12 to 2 p.m. on a variety of topics during February and April vacation weeks. Creativity is encouraged — yoga, art, robotics, filmmaking, basketball, lego engineering, dance, music, theater or any other programming you feel excited to lead students in hands-on, active learning.

In addition, Everett High School is offering Math and ELA Acceleration Academies during the February and April vacations

Teaching Job Description

Enrichment Job Description

EHS Job Description

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DAY 6 GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

Everett High School’s Day 6 Program is seeking a guidance counselor. Day 6 is a Saturday/night program that aims to re-engage students who have dropped out of EHS. The counselor will work directly with our Re-Engagement Specialist in a variety of ways to help the program expand and flourish.

Click HERE for complete details.

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EDUCATION PATHWAY DEVELOPMENT TEACHER

The district needs teachers to help support the education pathway at Everett High School. This is a wide-ranging opportunity that encompasses data review, curriculum development, equity work, outreach and internship, and tracking and assessment. Please consider joining this important effort.

Click HERE for complete details.

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Reaching Out to Teachers

MATH AND ELA FEEDBACK FORM

Preparations for the FY24 budget are underway, and the K-5 Curriculum Team is working with vendors on procuring math and ELA materials. To help us make the best decisions for you and your students, please share your thoughts and opinions by filling out a feedback form. The information you provide will help the EPS make thoughtful and strategic purchases during the upcoming budget cycle.

Click HERE to complete the ELA feedback form.

Click HERE to complete the Math feedback form.

From Our Partners

BU CONSORTIUM

The Boston University Consortium at the Wheelock College of Education & Human Development will hold its virtual Grants Program Launch Event on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. The Zoom presentation will provide teachers with all they need to know about the application process for the Consortium’s 2023-2024 grant program, which can provide up to $5,000 for projects that support the learning and growth of educators and students.

Click HERE for complete details.

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FREE TRAINING FOR SCHOOL NURSES

The Epilepsy Foundation New England is holding a free School Nurse Seizure First Aid Training on Thursday, January 26, 2023, from 4 to 7 p.m.

The course will teach participants to:

Identify the most common seizure types in students with epilepsy, potential triggers, and risk factors for seizures and emergencies.
Identify ways in which treatment of epilepsy may affect a student’s health, safety, or learning.
Apply strategies to alleviate psychosocial challenges relating to epilepsy for students, parents, and school personnel.
List first aid steps in helping a student during and after a seizure.
Create a Seizure Action Plan for a student with epilepsy using safe practices for medication administration and delegation according to your state’s rules.

From DESE

NEW STATE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HELP LINE

The Department of Mental Health has launched a new Behavioral Health Help Line that people can call or text at 833-773-2445. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in more than 200 languages. The help line can help individuals and families navigate the behavioral health system and access treatment, including mobile crisis services. District and school leaders are asked to please share this resource with staff, families, and students, where helpful. For more information, please see the FAQ.

Question? Email the help line director at [email protected].

From the 5DP in Partnership with Salem State

CAGS OFFERINGS

Salem State hosts a 5DP cohort with options for the two-year CAGS leading to principal licensure or a one-year teacher leadership certificate. The next cohort will begin in the fall of 2023. Any interested EPS educators should participate in an informational meeting about these programs over Zoom on Wednesday, January 18th from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
If you would like to learn more, please complete THIS FORM and a zoom link for the information will be emailed to you. If you cannot attend on January 18 but would like to learn more, please indicate that on the form as well.

CAGS in Educational leadership (36 credit, 20 month program, leading to principal licensure)
Teacher Leadership Certificate (12-18 credits)

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until cohorts are full (you are encouraged to apply early, as cohorts fill quickly)
If you have questions about the information session, please contact Becky Wilusz at [email protected]
If you have questions about the SSU programs please reach out to program coordinator Dr. Megin Charner-Laird at [email protected]

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