Dynamic Middle School Science Teacher

Weston Public Schools; Weston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Weston Public Schools is seeking a full-time Middle School Science Teacher for Weston Middle School in Weston, Massachusetts. The role reports to the Building Principals and Science Department Head, and supports a rich program funded to serve diverse learners.

Qualified candidates hold a Massachusetts teaching license in science, with 3+ years of teaching experience, and demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Massachusetts teaching license in a related science field.
• Three or more years experience as teacher, preferably in a diverse public school setting.
• Excellent team building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills - clear writer, effective facilitator/public speaker.

Responsibilities

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
• Establish a culture of learning that reflects the educational importance of the work
• Establish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom and the efficient use of time
• Manage student behavior to allow for high levels of engagement with the content
• Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with students, including: expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content
• Use questions, prompts, and discussion techniques to cognitively challenge students, advance high-level thinking and discourse, and promote metacognition
• Intellectually engage all students in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning, monitor student learning, provide feedback to students, and facilitate students’ self-monitoring of learning
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Team building

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Massachusetts teaching license in science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Weston Public Schools is seeking a full-time Middle School Science Teacher for Weston Middle School in Weston, Massachusetts. The role reports to the Building Principals and Science Department Head, and supports a rich program funded to serve diverse learners.

Qualified candidates hold a Massachusetts teaching license in science, with 3+ years of teaching experience, and demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.