Grade 5-6 Science Teacher

Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School & Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School

Sturbridge (MA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School & Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School seeks a Grades 5–6 Science Teacher to deliver inquiry-driven instruction on the grounds of Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, MA.

The role emphasizes hands-on investigations, real-world connections, and EL Education pedagogy, with a focus on equity, collaboration, and student growth across diverse learners.

Qualifications

Massachusetts DESE licensure in Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) or Middle School Science (Grades 5–8) or eligible for licensure.
Strong science content knowledge and enthusiasm for scientific inquiry.
Experience teaching in diverse settings, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs.
Familiarity with NGSS and building coherent science progressions.
Track record of meaningful student growth.
Experience with project‑based, inquiry‑based, or EL Education instructional models.
Comfort using assessment data to drive instructional decisions and communicate progress.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous daily science instruction for Grades 5 and 6, grounded in NGSS.
Design units that build scientific thinking and evidence-based argumentation.
Leverage partnerships with Old Sturbridge Village to anchor learning in real-world inquiry.
Differentiate instruction for English Learners and students with IEPs.
Collaborate with grade-level colleagues to plan curriculum and solve problems.
Engage in advisory, community-building, and school-wide events.

Skills

DESE licensure

Elementary Ed 1–6

MS Science 5–8

NGSS familiarity

ELL/IEP experience

Data-driven instruction

Project-based learning

EL Education model

Strong communication

Collaboration skills

Bachelor's degree

Education

Massachusetts DESE licensure (1–6) or MS Science (5–8)

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Grade 5-6 Science Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5962262

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

About the Role

Old Sturbridge Academy is seeking a passionate and skilled Grades 5–6 Science Teacher to join our crew in Sturbridge, MA. This role is responsible for delivering rigorous, inquiry-driven science instruction to middle school students in an environment that is genuinely unlike any other — right on the grounds of Old Sturbridge Village, one of the most extraordinary living history museums in the country.

At OSA, science isn’t just taught from a textbook. It’s lived, investigated, and connected to the real world around us. We’re looking for a teacher who sees that setting as an asset and knows how to use it — someone who can build scientific thinkers while meeting students where they are academically, socially, and emotionally.

Who We Are

Old Sturbridge Academy (OSA) is an EL Education school working in partnership with Old Sturbridge Village, providing students with rigorous, real-world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing environment. We are distinguished by four key elements of EL Education: a commitment to community, a commitment to high‑quality work, a commitment to real-world applications, and a commitment to imagination, exploration, and immersion.

We want to be honest with prospective candidates: this is energizing, demanding work. Our school day is longer than a traditional district schedule, our expectations are high, and we ask everyone on our team to go beyond the boundaries of a job description when students need it. At OSA, we are crew, not passengers — and that applies to every member of our staff.

What You’ll Do

Instruction

Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous daily science instruction for Grades 5 and 6, grounded in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Design units and lessons that build scientific thinking — observation, questioning, investigation, analysis, and evidence-based argumentation — not just content coverage
Leverage OSA’s unique partnership with Old Sturbridge Village to anchor learning in real‑world inquiry and place‑based experiences wherever possible
Use a variety of instructional approaches including hands‑on investigations, collaborative inquiry, and project‑based learning consistent with the EL Education model
Differentiate instruction to support English Language Learners, students with IEPs, and students who need additional challenge
Hold students to high expectations for quality work, teaching them to draft, revise, and take pride in what they produce

Assessment and Data

Use formative and summative assessments consistently to understand what students know and adjust instruction accordingly
Analyze student work and data to identify patterns, inform instructional decisions, and communicate progress clearly to colleagues and families
Maintain accurate grade records and documentation in compliance with school expectations
Participate in data review cycles and student support team processes, contributing classroom data and instructional context

Collaboration and Team Membership

Collaborate with grade‑level colleagues to plan curriculum, align expectations, and problem‑solve together
Partner with the special education team to coordinate supports for students with IEPs or identified learning needs
Contribute to OSA’s crew culture — participating actively in advisory, community‑building, and school‑wide events
Engage in professional development and bring a genuine growth mindset to feedback, coaching, and reflection
Support curriculum development and refinement as part of an EL Education school continuing to grow its instructional program

Family and Community Engagement

Build authentic, trusting relationships with students and families across the cultural and linguistic backgrounds represented at OSA
Communicate proactively with families about student progress, learning goals, and how to support their child at home
Participate in family conferences, IEP meetings, and school events as needed
Promote and support diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues
Other duties as assigned

What You Bring

Massachusetts DESE licensure in Elementary Education (Grades 1–6) or Middle School Science (Grades 5–8), or eligibility for licensure
Strong science content knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for scientific inquiry at the upper elementary level
Experience teaching in a diverse school setting, including working with English Language Learners and students with IEPs
Familiarity with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and how to build coherent science learning progressions
Track record of meaningful student growth and the ability to speak specifically to your impact on student learning
Experience with or strong interest in project‑based, inquiry‑based, or EL Education instructional models
Comfortable using assessment data to drive instructional decisions and communicate progress clearly
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; a genuine team player who shows up for colleagues as well as students
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Visit us at www.osacps.org

Position Type: Full‑time

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