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ANTICIPATED OPENING SCIENCE TEACHER - SY 26-27
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Job Title Science Teacher - SY 26-27
Reports to Principal
Location Spark Academy
Job Type This is a full-time non-exempt salaried position 183 Days LTU
Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school college andor career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.
Position Summary
Spark Academy is seeking exceptional Science teachers to join our team who possess a growth mindset value collaboration and continuous feedback are passionate about their content and have an unwavering belief that all students are capable of meeting rigorous academic expectations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Take responsibility to be a strong positive force daily in their classroom-consistently and thoughtfully motivate students to work hard and want to learn
• Design implement and collaborate around high-quality shared curricula that incorporate research-based strategies to help students master Massachusetts and Common Core standards
• Motivate students to reach high achievement by setting class-wide and individual goals and providing specific and actionable feedback on their progress
• Build supportive working relationships with fellow teachers associate teachers and staff and provide regular feedback to help develop associate teachers
• Engage in weekly professional development and intensive coaching with administration and colleagues embracing a growth mindset to actively improve instruction curriculum and classroom management
• Wholeheartedly embrace school-wide systems to ensure consistency within the school learning community including writing practices annotation strategies and behavior expectations
• Use the school-wide behavior system to establish strong classroom culture consistent routines and high expectations to maximize learning time
• Build trusting relationships with students and families in an advisory setting of up to 14 students while also supporting students understanding of Sparks core values Seeking Justice Perseverance Active Living Reason and Kindness
• Other responsibilities as needed and assigned by administration
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
• Strong content knowledge in middle school Science
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging standards-based lessons
• Effective data analysis skills to inform instruction and intervention
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching
• Classroom management expertise and ability to build a positive learning environment
• Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a team-oriented culture
• Openness to receiving and applying feedback to grow professionally
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with students families and colleagues
• Familiarity with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core standards
Qualifications & Requirements
• Bachelors degree in Education or related field required Masters degree preferred
• Valid Massachusetts teaching license in Mathematics Grades 5-8 or eligibility to obtain licensure
• SEI endorsement or willingness to obtain
• Minimum of 1-2 years teaching experience preferred especially in urban public schools
• Experience working with diverse learners including English Language Learners
• Bilingual SpanishEnglish a plus
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Pay Range
• Salary in Accordance with the Lawrence Teachers Union Contract 61788 - 94614
Non-Discrimination Statement
Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race color religion national origin pregnancy gender identity sexual orientation maritalcivil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation genetic information disability or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.
Position 384347043
Location SPARK ACADEMY
Posting End 07302026
Salary 59988.00-86584.89
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