Science Teacher (New Position)

Description: The Woodward School, an independent, day school for girls in grades 6-12, in Quincy, MA, seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated Science teacher for a full-time position beginning in September of 2022.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ability to teach 3 separate curriculms including: Earth Science (6th grade), Life Science (7th grade), and Physical Science (8th grade)
• Willingness to collaborate and develop curriculum with colleagues;
• A commitment to ongoing professional development;
• Advise a small group of students;
• Contribute to the school community through leading a club and/or coaching.
• Availability for other school events such as Admissions Open Houses, Graduation and other important annual all community events (TBD).

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or equivalent required; Master’s degree strongly preferred;
• Passion for working with adolescents;
• Ability and confidence to utilize technology to facilitate and enhance teaching and learning;
• Skill and experience with differentiated instruction and assessment;
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in the classroom, in curriculum, and within the school community; 
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience preferred;

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in teaching Science and have specific interests in Environmental, Physical, and/or Life Sciences. They should understand the developmental needs of children; the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and peers. The teacher should value commitment to our school's mission to empower and advance young women through education; and work collaboratively to uphold the values of the school and our programs in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning community. The preferred candidate shall have innovative ideas and best practices on curriculum and technology to support our science program.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, diversity statement and a list of references to employment@thewoodwardschool.org.

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Wipro Science Education Fellowship program (Wipro SEF) has just received a $4 million grant to continue our work with teachers and district science coordinators (in 35 districts) and seven universities who facilitate the work.  We are looking for an Associate Project Director who is interested in teacher leadership and school district transformation and willing to be responsible for assisting the COSMIC Director in the fulfillment of all grant responsibilities, including project planning and coordination; managing and implementing project personnel and systems; internal and external compliance; and reporting.  A full description of the employment opportunity and the application can be found at Wipro SEF position. 

The Cambridge Matignon School is seeking a full-time Chemistry teacher for the 2022-23 school year.

The Cambridge Matignon School is an independent, co-educational Catholic college preparatory school serving young men and women from the Greater Boston area, and countries from all over the world. Founded in 1947, The Cambridge Matignon school values experiential learning and is committed to making all students feel valued and welcome.

If you are interested in joining our team, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@matignon.org. In the meantime, learn more about us on your website, www.matignon.org. 

Plymouth River Elementary School has a digital literacy position open. This is a K-5 school in Hingham, MA.

For more information or to apply, please see 

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3959838&print&preview

Science Instructor.

In this role you will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their individual potential for personal and professional success.  Licensure from the MA Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education in Biology 8-12 is required.  Applicants may apply through SchoolSpring: https://click.pstmrk.it/2t/www.schoolspring.com%2Fjob%3F3944695/cpNq4C4N/rJwV/6ctVDpME3S or forward resume, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of license to Kirsten Hudson, email: khudson@gltech.org or by mail: Greater Lowell Technical High School, Human Resource Office, 250 Pawtucket Boulevard, Tyngsboro, MA  01879

2022-2023 Position Openings with TerraCorps 

Whether you are passionate about conservation, land access, or sustainable agriculture, TerraCorps is here to help you serve local communities and build professional skills through transformative experiences! Apply to serve with TerraCorps and join a cohort of passionate members taking on dynamic projects that connect communities to the land.  

TerraCorpsis an AmeriCorps affiliated environmental nonprofit preparing and mobilizing emerging leaders to help communities gain access to and conserve land for people and nature. We do this by supporting AmeriCorps members who serve with nonprofit organizations across MA, and RI to tackle issues around land access, sustainable agriculture, and conservation. This year we are looking for 60 members to join the TerraCorps team! 

As a member you can serve with one of our nonprofit partners, in one of five coordinator positions: Community Engagement Coordinator, Youth Education Coordinator, Land Stewardship Coordinator, Land Conservation Coordinator, and Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator. Members will carry out capacity building projects; educate or train individuals; recruit, train, manage, and support community volunteers engaged in land-based activities; and identify new individuals and groups to participate in education, recreation, or service opportunities centered around land access and conservation. 

Members serve in full-time (38 hour/week), 11-month positions from August 29th, 2022- July 28th, 2023.These 1,700-hour AmeriCorps positions receive a living allowance and are eligible for an education award, and additional AmeriCorps benefits. Application specifics, position descriptions, and additional information about how to apply can be found at https://terracorps.org/member-position-listing/ 

Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Interviews begin mid-May, and we aim to fill all positions by September 2^nd, 2022. 

AmeriCorps programs provide equal service opportunities. TerraCorps will recruit and select persons for all positions to ensure a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and varying experiences, including people with disabilities, people of color, and LGBTQIA individuals. We will provide reasonable accommodations for interviews and services upon request. TerraCorps is a grant program of the Corporation for National and Community Service.  

Community Manager for Education Equity & Access

The Community Manager for Education Equity & Access is an integral team member of the STEM Education Center at WPI. They will provide expertise and context for equitable and inclusive teaching in STEM for PreK-12+ educators, as well as coordinate learning experiences and programs with multiple stakeholders in the greater Worcester community. This person will also manage and coordinate the ASPIRE-RC Program that builds the capacity for inclusive and diverse STEM faculty at community colleges.
 
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Director of Teacher Preparation

The Director of Teacher Preparation is a team member of the STEM Education Center at WPI and leads the undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program. They oversee all the operations and State requirements, and they manage the staff associated with the licensure program in mathematics, sciences, and tech/engineering at the secondary level.
 
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Job Description

STEM Teacher (1.0)

Cyrus Peirce School

Nantucket Public Schools

Job Summary: Nantucket Public Schools seeks [1] dynamic Science or Computer Science Teacher at Cyrus Peirce Middle School. The purpose of the STEM Encore position is to provide additional opportunities for students to engage in STEM design thinking.  The STEM Specialist will facilitate hands-on STEM electives using Project Lead the Way Curriculum as well as place-based extensions to add relevancy to Nantucket.  

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks (Science and Technology/Engineering and Digital Literacy/Computer Science)

• Bachelor’s Degree

• MA certification or the ability to be certified in General Science (5-8) or Digital Literacy/Computer Science (5-12)

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in middle school science and technology/engineering teaching or computer science

• Passion for teaching science and technology/engineering and computer science

• Strong knowledge of how to design instruction for three dimensional learning in science

• Ability to assess learning using a variety of methods

• Strong foundation in student-centered and culturally responsive pedagogy

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction and response to intervention

• Excellent classroom management skills

• SEI endorsement

• Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrating appropriate long and short term preparation for classroom instruction using PLTW units and lessons as well as developing opportunities that extend the learning into the Nantucket community

• Arranging for guest speakers and/or field trips

• Attending PLTW professional development prior to facilitating each new PLTW unit

• Holding high expectations for all students and serving as a facilitator of student learning

• Organizing and using a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each student, individually and in group settings

• Continuously assessing student progress, providing students and parents with specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed

• Collaborating with colleagues to examine student data, plan curriculum, and ensure appropriate learning experiences for all students

• Completing other duties and professional responsibilities determined by administration

Contact Information:

Amanda Bardsley

STEM Director

Nantucket Public Schools

bardsleya@npsk.org

508-228-7285 x 1152

Adriene Lombardi

CPS Assistant Principal

Nantucket Public Schools

lombardia@npsk.org

508-228-7283 x 1403

Job Description

Science Teacher (1.0)

Cyrus Peirce School

Nantucket Public Schools

Job Summary: 

Nantucket Public Schools seeks [2] dynamic Science Teachers at Cyrus Peirce Middle School.  We have adopted OpenSciEd.  The successful candidate will have experience facilitating learning of disciplinary core ideas through engagement in the science and engineering practices.  He/She will also promote learning and growth of each student by facilitating high-quality learning experiences, utilizing meaningful student assessments to inform instruction, differentiating instruction, and maintaining a safe and effective learning environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks (Science and Technology/Engineering)

• Bachelor’s Degree

• MA certification or the ability to be certified in General Science (5-8)

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in middle school science teaching 

• Passion for teaching science

• Strong knowledge of how to design instruction for three dimensional learning in science

• Ability to assess learning using a variety of methods

• Strong foundation in student-centered and culturally responsive pedagogy

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction and response to intervention

• Excellent classroom management skills

• SEI endorsement

• Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrating appropriate long and short term preparation for classroom instruction using OpenSciEd units and lessons

• Attending OpenSciEd professional development prior to facilitating each new unit

• Holding high expectations for all students and serving as a facilitator of student learning

• Organizing and using a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each student, individually and in group settings

• Continuously assessing student progress, providing students and parents with specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed

• Collaborating with colleagues to examine student data, plan curriculum, and ensure appropriate learning experiences for all students

• Completing other duties and professional responsibilities determined by administration

Contact Information:

Amanda Bardsley

STEM Director

Nantucket Public Schools

bardsleya@npsk.org

508-228-7285 x 1152

Adriene Lombardi

CPS Assistant Principal

Nantucket Public Schools

lombardia@npsk.org

508-228-7283 x 1403