2026 MSDWT ELEMENTARY SUMMER SCHOOL
Internal Applicants Only
ELEMENTARY CERTIFIED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHING POSITIONS
STUDENT DATES: May 28-June 12, 2026 (12 days)
LOCATION: Nora Elementary
STUDENT HOURS: 8:00 a.m. � 12:00 p.m.� Nora Elementary
TEACHER HOURS: May 26th - � day planning for teachers - 8:30 -11:30 a.m.
May 27th - full day for Teachers and IA's - work day/professional development at Nora - 8:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
May 28th � June 12th - 7:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
PAY: $50 an hour or hourly rate (whichever is higher) for 4.5 hours/per day
$45 stipend for May 26th & $90 stipend for May 27th
Teachers of this summer experience will focus on grade level literacy acquisition for students currently in grades Kdg-3. Teachers will utilize the 90-minute reading plan, which includes word study, independent reading and small and large group instruction. In addition to the 90-minute block, every teacher will utilize Writer's Workshop. Math problem solving will be integrated daily.
Each morning will begin with a Responsive Classroom and/or Second Steps lesson during the morning meeting. The fidelity of these instructional models will be an expectation for all teachers. Large group mini lessons followed by small group, differentiated instruction will be the core of each classroom. Special Education teachers will need to work closely with teachers and instructional assistants to ensure fidelity of the instructional model is being implemented. Technology will be used in all classrooms as a vehicle to discover, practice and present essential knowledge, concepts and skills. Technology programs include Dreambox and Lexia. The Special Education teacher will make sure identified students are receiving modifications and accommodations to meet their needs in their IEP.
Special Education teachers selected must be available to work two teacher work days that will be held on May 26th (8:30-11:30) and May 27th (8:30-3:00). The framework for the daily lessons and refining of teacher skills in the fidelity of the required instructional models listed above will be the main emphasis of the professional development day.
Summer school must be taught by a teacher, instructor, or tutor who is trained in science of reading as determined by IDOE. The instructor must have completed at least 25 hours from the Early Literacy Endorsement Verified Professional Development Programs and be working toward earning the Early Literacy Endorsement
Staff members interested in being considered for an elementary summer school teaching position should apply online by March 13, 2026.
Notification of summer school assignments will be via email by April 17, 2026.