Teacher - Biology

Job Title

General Education Teacher – Middle and High School

• Type: Contract Per Unit (A Collective Bargaining Agreement)
• Salary: Per Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement; $55,395 to $97,700 per Year
• Reports To: Building Principal
• Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Position Type: Full-Time

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

• Teach middle and high school students academic, social, and life skills through the delivery of district instruction, curriculum, and assessment.
• Prepare, administer, correct, and analyze student assessments.
• Use assessment analysis to develop lessons.
• Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors.
• Manage classroom and other students on campus and at off‑campus events.
• Identify students with academic issues and refer them to appropriate service providers.
• Inform parents or guardians of students’ academic performance and behavior.
• Maintain records, attendance, and grades as required by the district.
• Assign lessons and correct homework in a timely manner.
• Use various teaching methods, including lecture, demonstration, audiovisual aids.
• Plan, organize, and deliver differentiated instruction consistent with district curriculum.
• Maintain school and classroom discipline.
• Meet or call parents to discuss student progress and issues.
• Provide timely feedback to students, parents, and guardians on evaluations.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies that promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking skills.
• Strive to maintain a physically and emotionally safe learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with staff members and school administration.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Assist students in selecting courses of study and counsel them on academic problems.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the principal or superintendent.
• Assist in communication and enforcement of federal, state laws, and district policies.
• Collaborate with school administration, staff, and special education.
• Represent the school to the community, respecting and embracing students of diverse backgrounds.
• Assist parents with questions and concerns.
• Help protect students and property; assist with emergency drills.
• Support Principal or Vice Principal in student management (dismissal, field trips).
• Maintain personal integrity, confidentiality, and a strong work ethic.
• Participate in district professional development.

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

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to operate equipment, lift up to 10 pounds, stand, crouch, and bend over for extended periods.
• Data Conception:
  Ability to evaluate and compare data, people, or objects.
• Interpersonal Communication:
  Ability to speak and give instructions.
• Language Ability:
  Ability to read and produce written documents.
• Intelligence:
  Ability to apply logical thinking, interpret technical instructions, and handle abstract variables.
• Verbal Aptitude:
  Ability to record and convey information, follow instructions.
• Numerical Aptitude:
  Ability to use basic mathematical formulas and operations.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude:
  Ability to inspect items for proper dimensions.
• Motor Coordination:
  Ability to coordinate hands and eyes quickly with office equipment.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Ability to handle office equipment and hand tools.
• Interpersonal:
  Ability to adapt to stress and emergency situations.
• Physical Communication:
  Ability to talk and hear, communicate via telephone.

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

• Jennifer Bellville, Deputy Superintendent of Academics
• Central Office Administration
• Email: jbellville