Grades 6-7 Science & Math Teacher

TrulyHired; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Worcester Cultural Academy is seeking a skilled Grades 6-7 Science & Math Teacher to join our growing middle grades team. This role focuses on teaching both science and math, with strong emphasis on curriculum development and hands-on EL Education learning.

The ideal candidate will bring content strength in at least one discipline, collaborate with a diverse team, and support students transitioning from elementary to middle school. This is a full-time, on-site position in Worcester, MA.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure in Middle School or Secondary Education, Grades 5-8, in Mathematics or Science.
• Strong content knowledge in math or science and ability to teach both.
• Experience with English Language Learners and IEPs.
• Proven track record of student growth.
• Familiarity with EL Education or project-based learning.
• Bilingual proficiency preferred (Spanish/Portuguese or other).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily instruction in science and math for Grades 6 and 7.
• Design lessons aligned to Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and EL Education Learning Expeditions.
• Use varied instructional strategies to meet diverse learners' needs.
• Differentiate to support ELLs, IEPs, and advanced learners.
• Assess regularly and adjust instruction based on data.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan curriculum and share best practices.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

English Language Learners support

Team collaboration

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education or related field

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.

This role is an opportunity to be part of something being built. WCA is adding a grade each year, and our middle grades program is still taking shape. We're looking for a teacher who is excited to help develop curriculum, contribute to team culture, and grow alongside students who are navigating the shift from elementary to middle school. If you're energized by that kind of challenge - and by the chance to do real, hands-on learning through an EL Education model - we want to hear from you.

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