Teacher : Science - Worcester East Middle School 2025-2026

Job Description

SUBJECT : Teacher - Science

REPORTS TO : Building Principal

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE :

These positions are accountable for assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES : (to be included along with other responsibilities)

1. Responsible for remaining up to date regarding curriculum content.

2. Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.

3. Responsible for mentoring students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, when appropriate.

4. Responsible for effective management of classroom environment.

5. Responsible for effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.

6. Responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn.

7. Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement.

8. Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student earning, including, for implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and\or second language learners.

9. Responsible for providing equal educational and employment opportunities to all individual regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, gender identity, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or homelessness

10. Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. DESE Licensure in Science 5-8

2. Bachelor’s Degree

3. SEI Endorsement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs

2. Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition

3. Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese or an African Language.

WORK YEAR : 185 days

Salary scale shown is based on the candidate holding a Bachelor's Degree. Potential to increase based on degree level

TO APPLY : Any person interested in this position must submit a resume, cover letter, licensure, and answer all questions on-line at https : / / worcesterschools.org / about / employment-opportunities

This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment Position Type : Full-time

Salary : $61,410 to $113,833 Per Year

Job Categories : Classroom Teacher >

Science : General

Welcome to Worcester East Middle School

Our Focus Statement Worcester East Middle School’s focus is to improve reading comprehension and writing skills across the curriculum. View School Improvement Plan for more details about our school.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508-799-3020.

Job Requirements

• To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated. Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please ensure that your SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated as this will be used to determine your Degree and Step placement on the Teachers salary schedule.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Questions

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