Middle School METCO Academic Liaison

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR JOB POSTING Title: Middle School METCO Academic Liaison Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Middle School METCO Academic Liaison to join our team. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of our youngest learners. Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to): Meets regularly with teachers and counselors to assess the academic and social progress of Boston-resident students Communicates regularly with families about students’ academic progress Assists students with the transition to buses and/or after-school programs at the end of the school each day Serves as an advisor to Boston-resident students on academic and social matters Participates in any meetings involving decisions about academic level placements Provides the METCO Director – and, where appropriate, to Boston families – with regular written reports on student academic progress Works with other METCO staff on transitions between schools Attends all SPED and START meetings for Boston-resident students Supplements the guidance department by providing ongoing evaluation of individual and group development of students in the program through snack and lunch groups, as well as other student meetings as necessary Works with the METCO Director to establish programs that broaden the scope of services May work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of after-school student supervision; for example, to organize and lead after-school tutoring or homework programs Participation in any school-based staff meetings and professional development Ability to travel to Boston for up to 5 annual METCO parent meetings in the evenings during the week Participation in up to 2 annual METCO events on weekends or holidays (e.g., METCO Family Festival and METCO Annual MLK Event) Assumes other duties as assigned by the METCO Director and/or Building Principal Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students. Education and Experience: Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Masters preferred in education, psychology, social work, or a related field Experience: Previous experience working with elementary-aged children is highly preferred. Cultural Competency: Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland’s goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Five years teacher or direct service experience preferred SEI Endorsement: Evidence of Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is mandatory. Work Schedule and Compensation: Hours: 8:10am-3:30pm Salary: Commensurate with the WEA Unit A Salary Scale, [Example: Master’s through Master’s +30 range $95,754 - $126,651] Work Schedule: 2026–2027 School Year; school-year schedule in alignment with the WEA contract Unit A Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards. WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.