High School Science Teacher

Murdock High School; Winchendon (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Murdock High School in Winchendon, MA, is seeking a dedicated High School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will deliver inquiry-based science instruction, design rigorous assessments aligned to standards, and use data to drive instructional improvements.

Responsibilities include collaborating on curriculum development, communicating with families, and supporting students toward college readiness within a structured school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and MA teaching license in middle school science (SEI endorsement).
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
• Ability to analyze data, backwards plan, and prioritize student needs.
• Experience with producing achievement gains and a college-ready mindset.

Responsibilities

• Implement curricula using HQIM and activities to meet academic standards;
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;
• Be accountable for student's mastery of academic standards; and
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

Skills

Curriculum design

Assessment design

Differentiated instruction

Data analysis

Collaborative skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MA teaching license in middle school science (SEI endorsement)

Job description

High School Science Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5959816

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Posted: October 14, 2026

Closing: Until Filled

Position Opening

Science Teacher

Murdock High School

2026-2027 School Year

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement curricula using HQIM and activities to meet academic standards;
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;
• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;
• Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;
• Be accountable for student's mastery of academic standards; and
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Possession of MA teaching license in middle school science, including SEI endorsement
• Knowledge of current teaching methods & educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Ability to think critically, problem-solve, backwards plan, analyze & use data and prioritize the needs of the student
• Teaching experience with a proven track record of producing dramatic achievement gains is ideal
• Unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels and strong commitment to do whatever it takes for all our students to be college-ready
• Belief in a structured school environment that promotes a positive culture of achievement

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand, walk, use hands, talk and hear. The employee may be required to reach with hands and arms above their head or reach forward, sit, squat, stoop or kneel. The employee must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Salary Range: $55,730 - $100,313

W inchendon Public Schools offers all programs, activities and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristie Barry-Ayres , Principal
• Murdock High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]