Grades 6-7 Science & Math Teacher

Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School & Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School is seeking a Grades 6–7 Science & Math Teacher to join our middle grades team in Worcester, MA. The role combines science and math instruction with a strong emphasis on EL Education and project-based learning.

The ideal candidate has MA DESE licensure (5–8) in Math or Science, and a commitment to student-centered, data-informed instruction in a diverse urban setting.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Middle School or Secondary Education, Grades 5–8, in Mathematics or Science (or eligibility for licensure)
• Strong content knowledge in math or science; ability to teach both at middle grades level
• Experience with EL Education and project-based/inquiry-based instructional models
• Track record of measurable student growth and ability to communicate impact
• Familiarity with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Standards for Mathematical Practice/NGSS
• Experience with or interest in EL Education instructional models and data-informed decisions
• Bilingual proficiency preferred (Spanish, Portuguese, or other)
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous daily instruction in science and math for Grades 6 and 7
• Design lessons grounded in MA Curriculum Frameworks with EL Education Learning Expeditions
• Differentiate instruction to support ELLs and students with IEPs
• Collaborate with grade-level and subject-area colleagues to plan curriculum
• Participate in data review cycles and family conferences
• Maintain accurate grade records and school documentation
• Contribute to WCA’s middle grades culture and curriculum development

Skills

DESE licensure

Content knowledge (Math/Science)

ELL/IEP experience

Data-driven instruction

Project-based learning

Bilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Grades 6-7 Science & Math Teacher

Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School & Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School - Worcester, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960333

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

About the Role

Worcester Cultural Academy is seeking a skilled, curious, and student-centered Grades 6–7 Science & Math Teacher to join our growing middle grades team. This is a core instructional role responsible for teaching both science and math at the 6th and 7th grade level — the ideal candidate brings content strength in at least one of these disciplines and the flexibility and drive to teach both well.

Who We Are

Worcester Cultural Academy (WCA) is a growing charter public school that opened in August 2023 with a vision of becoming a K–8 community. We launched as a K-4 school and have added a grade every year since — this fall we welcome our first 7th graders. As an EL (Expeditionary Learning) Education school, we believe in hands‑on learning that challenges students to grow in three dimensions: mastery of knowledge and skills, character, and high‑quality work. We partner with organizations like the EcoTarium, Worcester Art Museum, and Hanover Theater and anchor our curriculum in Learning Expeditions that make learning meaningful and real.

We want to be honest with prospective candidates: this is energizing, demanding work. Our school is still building its middle grades systems and culture, and we ask everyone on our team to show up fully for students and each other. If that excites you, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

Instruction

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous daily instruction in both science and math for Grades 6 and 7
• Design lessons and units grounded in Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for both disciplines, with clear connections to real‑world application and EL Education's Learning Expedition model
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet students where they are — including direct instruction, inquiry‑based learning, collaborative problem‑solving, and project‑based approaches
• Build lessons that develop both conceptual understanding and procedural fluency in math, and scientific thinking and literacy in science
• Differentiate instruction to support English Language Learners, students with IEPs, and students who need additional challenge
• Integrate high‑quality student work into daily practice — teaching students to draft, critique, and revise toward excellence

Assessment and Data

• Use formative and summative assessments regularly to understand student learning and adjust instruction accordingly
• Analyze student work and assessment data to identify patterns, inform grouping, and communicate progress clearly
• Maintain accurate and organized grade records and documentation in compliance with school expectations
• Participate in data review cycles and student support team meetings, contributing classroom data and instructional context
• Communicate student progress to families clearly, honestly, and regularly

Collaboration and Team Membership

• Collaborate with grade‑level and subject‑area colleagues to plan curriculum, calibrate expectations, and solve instructional problems together
• Partner with the special education team and any intervention staff to coordinate supports for students with IEPs or identified needs
• Participate actively in school‑wide professional development, crew, and advisory structures
• Contribute to the development of WCA’s middle grades culture — including norms, routines, and community‑building practices
• Engage in ongoing curriculum development as WCA’s middle grades program continues to grow

Family and Community Engagement

• Build authentic, trusting relationships with students and families across the full range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds represented at WCA
• 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 Middle School or Secondary Education, Grades 5–8, in Mathematics or Science (or eligibility for licensure); candidates licensed in one subject and willing to pursue the other are encouraged to apply
• Strong content knowledge in your primary discipline (math or science) and demonstrated ability or eagerness to teach both at the middle grades level
• Experience teaching in a diverse urban school setting, including working with English Language Learners and students with IEPs
• Track record of measurable student growth and the ability to speak clearly to your impact on student learning
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Math (including the Standards for Mathematical Practice) and/or the Next Generation Science Standards
• Experience with or interest in project‑based, inquiry‑based, or EL Education instructional models
• Strong data literacy — comfortable using assessment results to drive instructional decisions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to build trust with students, families, teachers, and school leadership
• Flexibility and a growth mindset — you’re willing to teach outside your primary comfort zone and get better at it
• Bilingual proficiency strongly preferred — candidates who speak Spanish, Portuguese, or another language represented in our school community are especially encouraged to apply
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Worcester Cultural 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.WorcesterCulturalAcademy.org

Job Type: Full-time | School Year: 2026–2027

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Putnam
• 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
• Sturbridge, Massachusetts 01566
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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Welcome to Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School

Worcester Cultural Academy (WCA) is a free charter public school located in Worcester, MA opening in August 2023 with grades Kindergarten through 4th grade, and will grow to a K-8 school. The school is partnering with EL Education (formerly known as Expeditionary Learning) to grant students an opportunity to connect what they are learning in classrooms to real‑world applications through high‑quality learning experiences. Through project‑based learning, case studies, and fieldwork conducted with the leading cultural institutions and museums of central Massachusetts, WCA fosters intellectual curiosity and encourages students to become articulate communicators, critical thinkers, and skilled problem solvers who care for themselves, others around them, and their community. A culture of quality permeates the school and our students will graduate with an understanding of how they learn best and how to advocate for the resources they need for success.