Mountain Valley Community School (MVCS) is seeking an 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacherfor the 2026–2027 school year.

MVCS is a unified PreK–8 school serving approximately 830 students in a vibrant, collaborative school community. We are looking for an educator who is committed to building strong relationships with students, creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment, and helping all students grow as readers, writers, thinkers, and communicators.

Responsibilities

Provide engaging, standards-based instruction in 8th Grade English Language Arts.
Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where all students feel known, supported, and challenged.
Use assessment and student data to guide instruction and provide appropriate interventions and enrichment.
Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and the academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
Communicate effectively and positively with families.
Participate in professional learning and contribute to the continued development of MVCS as a unified PreK–8 learning community.
Support the school’s commitment to Respect, Responsibility, and Integrity.
Familiarity with BARR, Building Assets, Reducing Risks, is preferred.

Qualifications

Maine certification in English Language Arts at the appropriate grade level.
Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
Commitment to collaborative practice and ongoing professional growth.
Experience working with middle school students preferred.

About MVCS

At Mountain Valley Community School, we believe that we are better together. Our school community is focused on creating a place where students are known, challenged, supported, and celebrated. We are committed to strong relationships, high expectations, and providing every student with the opportunity to succeed.

Interested candidates should submit a completed application through SchoolSpring, including a current résumé, cover letter, transcripts, certification information, and three professional references.