Interim High School Environmental Science Teacher– Maternity Leave

Innovationcharter; Tyngsborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovation Academy Charter School in Tyngsboro, MA is seeking a full-time interim HS Environmental Science teacher for a maternity leave starting in January 2026 through the end of the school year. The ideal candidate will implement a teacher-developed curriculum with project-based assessments that connect classroom learning to real-world contexts.

Successful applicants will be passionate about equity and collaboration, serve as an advisor to a small group of students, and participate in

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teach HS Environmental Science to a maternity-leave assignment.
• Follow a teacher-developed curriculum with project-based assessments.
• Advise a group of 12-13 students each year and support their academic and social-emotional growth.

Skills

Project-based learning

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Interim HS Environmental Science Teacher (Maternity Leave)

Innovation Academy Charter School - Tyngsborough, Massachusetts

Job Details

Job ID: 5380725

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 19, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 5, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Science: Biology, Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Job Description

Innovation Academy Charter School seeks a full-time HS Environmental Science teacher for a maternity leave starting in January that will run through the end of the school year in June. Situated in Tyngsboro, MA (near the intersection of routes 3 and 495), IACS draws a diverse student body from neighboring districts, including Lowell, Dracut, and Chelmsford, as well as Tyngsboro. Our community represents 19 languages spoken, 39% students of color, 25% of students on special education plans, and a community of students and staff that identify as LGBTQ.

IACS seeks to serve all students within an academically rigorous and culturally responsive community of learners. The interim teacher would be following a teacher-developed curriculum with project-based assessments that engages students in real world applications of their learning. The curriculum is designed to challenge students to become critical thinkers, collaborative problem-solvers, and self-directed learners.

Successful candidates will be passionate learners and collaborators who are committed to the school’s mission and invested in the academic and social-emotional learning of all students. Our school has a close-knit community of teachers, students, administration, and parents. Teachers serve as advisors to a group of 12-13 students each year, building strong relationships with students outside of the academic classroom.

IACS has a strong mentoring program for teachers new to the school and those new to teaching, including career changers. We welcome candidates who are committed to their own professional learning, open to feedback, and committed to collaboration.

Welcome to Innovation Academy Charter School

Innovation Academy Charter School is a tuition free, college preparatory, Massachusetts public charter school. Currently, the school serves students in grades 5-12 from more than 10 Massachusetts communities including Chelmsford, Lowell, Billerica, Dracut, Groton, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. At Innovation Academy Charter School, our mission is to create an inclusive educational environment that helps students become self-directed problem solvers, effective communicators, and invested community members for our complex and evolving world.

IACS is invested in hiring candidates with identities that have been historically excluded and socially marginalized. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. IACS is devoted to anti-bias training, education and learning for all employees. IACS is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. IACS does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, economic status, homelessness, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.