TEACHER - HISTORY - SY 26-27

TEACHER - HISTORY - SY 26-27

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Job Title: History Teacher - SY 26-27

Department: History

Reports to: Principal

Location: Unidos 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, and/or 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:

Unidos Academy is seeking exceptional 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:

• Teach 5 sections of History, may include World History, Civics and Citizenship, or Intervention/Acceleration courses
• Work collaboratively to align curriculum to the rigor of the MA Curriculum Frameworks
• Use data from formative and summative assessments to inform instruction
• Collaborate with the teachers in the History department to align instruction to LHS priorities and to participate in data inquiry around student achievement and progress
• Participate in showcasing student work samples
• Participate in biweekly instructional coaching sessions to improve instructional practices.
• Communicate weekly with students and families around academic and behavioral progress.
• Meet weekly with a grade-level content team and an interdisciplinary cohort
• Collaborate with Special Education and ESL teachers to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Act as advisor to a group of 8-15 students.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all students
• Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools' students and families
• Proven experience supporting English Language Learners
• Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges
• Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students' diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized.
• Will to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedback
• Humility and a good sense of humor

Qualifications & Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred; appropriate Massachusetts DESE licensure required-this includes a passing score on the Communication and Literacy - Skills test and a passing score on the relevant subject matter knowledge test(s).
• Teachers should hold an SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) endorsement.
• A minimum of two years teaching experience in a school setting serving a similar demographic preferred, but not required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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 ($61,788 - $94,614)

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, marital/civil 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 : 309383002

Location : UNIDOS ACADEMY

Posting End : 08/30/2026

Salary: $61,788.00-$94,614.00

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