CHEMISTRY TEACHER - SECONDARY

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a Chemistry Teacher for the Westfield Technical Academy in Westfield, MA. You will teach secondary chemistry, plan labs and demonstrations, and support student learning in a structured school setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety, delivering curriculum aligned with state standards, and evaluating pupil progress. The role reports to the Building Principal and requires MA DESE Chemistry (9-12) certification.

Qualifications

• Current MA DESE Chemistry (9-12) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach chemistry to secondary pupils following the district curriculum.
• Plan demonstrations, lectures, and lab activities to engage students.
• Ensure safe handling and use of chemicals and lab equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and attendance.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Laboratory safety

Student assessment

Education

MA DESE Certification Chemistry (9-12)

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

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CHEMISTRY TEACHER - SECONDARY

Westfield Public Schools Westfield Technical Academy - Westfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5828502

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under direction of authorized administrators shall:

• Teach skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in chemistry problems to secondary pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Westfield Public Schools and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Plans a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments; organized laboratory activities for optimal learning.
• Demonstrates scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher-prepared charts, sketches, and other instructional aids.
• Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects or experiments are being worked on simultaneously.
• Instruct pupils in proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life.
• Establish and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluate each pupil's progress in scientific knowledge and skills.
• Identify pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by administrative regulations.
• Supervise pupils in out of classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids, science equipment, chemicals, and supplies, and maintains inventory records as required.
• Work cooperatively with all aspects of the school administrative team/faculty and citizens to insure the highest quality of educational programs.
• Supervises pupils in out of classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Cooperates with school administration in providing science displays and programs for the school and community, and in sponsoring science activities.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

The salary and terms of employment will be in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield Public Schools Unit A salary schedule. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Westfield School Committee's policy on evaluation.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 to $99,440 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Science: Biology

Welcome to Westfield Technical Academy

Westfield Technical Academy Mission Statement

Our Mission at Westfield Technical Academy is to provide a high quality education by modeling and teaching our students the principles of hard work, compassion, humility, patience, honesty, and courage.

Our School Goals:

• To use demographic, educational, and performance data to increase student achievement.
• To provide integrated academic and vocational programs which optimize the potential of each student.
• To maintain a current and demanding curriculum that is aligned to the academic and vocational Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and standards.
• To align technical programs to national standards and accreditation requirements, allowing students to obtain relevant licensure/certifications.
• To teach and model the importance of respect for everyone regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or home status.
• To improve student achievement through relevant staff development.
• To enhance parent and school communication.
• To strengthen involvement and participation with Chapter 74 program advisory boards.
• To increase public awareness of Westfield Technical Academy through expanded recruiting strategies and communication of student successes.
• To increase our graduation rate through a variety of intervention programs.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Current and valid MA DESE Certification Chemistry (9-12) required.