HS Science Teacher- Grades 7 & 8; SY

Job Details

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  May 26, 2026
• Starting Date:
  Aug 17, 2026
• Job Title:
  
  High School Teacher
• Grade: 7th & 8th
• Subject:
  Science
• Location:
  
  High School
• Reports To:
  
  Building Principal
• Subordinates:
  None
• Position Type:
  Full-Time, Exempt, Academic Calendar Year Schedule
• School Year:
• Salary:
  School Year Instructional Salary Scale

The High Science School Teacher
- Grades 7 & 8 will deliver high-quality instruction aligned with both the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the IB curriculum, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment while modeling the mission and character virtues of the school.

• Model the mission and character virtues of the school.
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of subject areas and best practices in pedagogy.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of school curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do.
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students’ abilities and require the application of thinking skills.
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels.
• Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; analyze data and provide reports of student progress as needed.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes.
• Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure, and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown.
• Carry out the school’s disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner.
• Assign meaningful work that reinforces classroom instruction.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents, involving families in the education of their child.
• Provide written assessments, referrals, and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities to remain current with educational best practices.
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students.
• Attend staff/team/department meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students.
• Build positive relationships with students in support of their academic and social development.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and adherence to the educator evaluation processes as outlined by DESE.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively into instruction.
• Willingness to engage in extracurricular activities and school community events.

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a relevant subject area;
  Master's degree preferred.
• Hold an appropriate Massachusetts educator license or pass the required Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) within the first year of employment.
• Teachers assigned to English Language Learners (ELLs) must obtain the Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement within one year of assignment, which can be achieved through completion of a department‑approved SEI course, passing the SEI MTEL exam, or holding a valid English as a Second Language (ESL) license.
• Prior teaching experience at the high school level is preferred; experience with the IB Program is a plus.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• At least one year of relevant teaching experience preferred.

The work environment is typically inside a school or classroom setting. Noise levels may vary, but…