6th Grade Science Teacher & PBL Specialist

Fessenden-School; West Newton (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fessenden School in West Newton, MA, seeks a passionate 6th Grade Science Teacher to engage boys with student-centered, hands-on learning. You will design lessons in Earth/Environmental Science, Physical Science, or Biology, guiding four classes of 12–15 students and collaborating with the 6th grade team.

As advisor to a small group, you will foster inquiry, equity, and character development, integrating project-based learning, assessment for growth, and school values of honesty, compassion,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in teaching practices.
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and design engaging science lessons for 6th grade (Earth/Environmental Science, Physical Science, or Biology).
• Lead four classes of 12–15 students and collaborate with the 6th grade team.
• Advise a small group of students and support social-emotional growth.
• Incorporate project-based learning and hands-on experiments.
• Model core values of honesty, compassion, and respect and promote inclusive practices.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Interpersonal communication

Equity, diversity, inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred) in education/science

Job description

The Fessenden School in West Newton, MA, seeks a passionate 6th Grade Science Teacher to engage boys with student-centered, hands-on learning. You will design lessons in Earth/Environmental Science, Physical Science, or Biology, guiding four classes of 12–15 students and collaborating with the 6th grade team.

As advisor to a small group, you will foster inquiry, equity, and character development, integrating project-based learning, assessment for growth, and school values of honesty, compassion,