Teacher - Science

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

TITLE: General Education Teacher - Middle and High School

TYPE: Contract Per Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement

SALARY: Per Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

OBJECTIVE: The primary function of a teacher is to deliver the district curriculum in multiple ways that increase student learning and achievement.

• Teaches middle and high school students academic, social, and life skills through the delivery of district instruction, curriculum and assessment.
• Prepares, administers, corrects and analyzes student assessments.
• Utilizes the conclusions derived from assessment analysis in developing lessons.
• Instructs students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors.
• Manages his/her class as well as other students wherever those students may be located whether on campus or at off campus events.
• Identifies students with academic issues and refers those students to appropriate service providers.
• Regularly informs parents or guardians of their students’ academic performance and behavior.
• Maintains records, attendance and grades as required by the district.
• Assigns lessons and corrects homework in a timely manner.
• Instructs students, using various teaching methods, such as lecture and demonstration, and uses audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations.
• Plans, organizes and delivers differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum.
• Maintains school and classroom discipline.
• Meets or calls parents to discuss student progress and issues.
• Teaches one or more subjects to students in either Middle or High school.
• Provides timely feedback to students, parents, and guardians on evaluations.
• Uses appropriate techniques and strategies that promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking skills.
• Strives to maintain a learning environment that is both physically and emotionally safe.
• Effectively and regularly communicates with fellow staff members and school administration.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Performs related duties, such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting students in selecting course of study, and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal, school administration or superintendent of schools.
• Assist in the communication and enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations as well as district policies and procedures.
• Works cooperatively with school administration, staff, and special education.
• Respects students, parents, guardians and community.
• Assists parents with questions and concerns.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, parents and guardians.
• Respects and embraces students of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Assists in the protection of students and property.
• Assist Principal or Vice Principal in fire and other emergency drills.
• Assists the Principal or Vice Principal in the management of students e.g. dismissal, field trips, etc.
• Maintains a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality and a strong work ethic.
• Participates in district professional development.

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Education.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, adding machines, etc., and to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Must be able to stand, crouch, and bend over for prolonged periods. Requires ability to compare data, judge functional characteristics, communicate orally and in writing, and apply logical thinking to problem definitions and solutions.

Full‑Time

$55,395 to $97,700 Per Year

• Classroom Teacher >
  Middle Grades
• Classroom Teacher >
  Science:
  General

• At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Gina Fasoli‑Figueroa, Principal
• Chicopee High School
• Email: gfasolifigueroa