Grade 6 Math and Science Teacher

TrulyHired; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vernon Public Schools seeks a dedicated Grade 6 Math and Science Teacher to join the 6th Grade Academy Team. You will teach core math and science, collaborate with STEM and Humanities colleagues, and support students as they transition from elementary to middle school in a hybrid learning model.

The administrator emphasizes equity, a strong instructional focus, and a commitment to helping every student become an independent learner and productive contributor to society. August 24, 2026 start.

Qualifications

• Valid CT teaching certifications for middle grades, math and science.
• Experience supporting sixth-grade transitions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 6 Math and Science to a core team of students.
• Collaborate with STEM and Humanities teachers to support a small learning community.
• Support students as they transition from elementary to middle school within a hybrid model.

Skills

Math instruction

Science instruction

Team collaboration

Student assessment

Education

CT teaching certificates: Middle Grades-006, Math-229, Science-234

Elementary certificates 305/005/013

Job description

Job Description

Welcome to Vernon Public Schools: where students learn, achieve, and succeed!

Position: Grade 6 Math and Science Teacher

Description

The Administration is seeking a qualified candidate to join the 6th Grade Academy Team as a math and science teacher. The Grade 6 Academy is specifically designed to help students successfully transition from elementary school to middle school. This hybrid model provides students with two core teachers, STEM and Humanities, and a smaller learning community. The STEM candidate will be paired with a humanities teacher and will work closely with that teacher to support their team of students.

Acceptable Certifications

Elementary-305, 005, 013, Middle Grades-006, Math-229, Science-234

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for the 2026-2027 school year is per contract with a competitive benefits package. Please see attached contract for details.

Start date

August 24, 2026

Posting closing date

Open until filled

Vernon Public Schools is seeking talented and passionate educators to join our team. By recruiting a diverse faculty and staff that is more representative of the experiences and backgrounds of students, we diversify our workforce, decrease opportunity gaps, and improve outcomes for all our students. Our commitment to equity allows us to achieve our Mission to ensure that every student can become an independent learner and a productive contributor to society.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vernon Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.