Itinerant Elementary Science Teacher

Pittsfield Public Schools; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsfield Public Schools is seeking an Itinerant Elementary Science Teacher to serve Stearns Elementary School and Williams Elementary School in Pittsfield, MA. The teacher will deliver the prescribed science curriculum, employ diagnostic/prescriptive approaches, and promote high standards for student achievement across diverse classrooms.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, MA DESE Certification in General Science 1-6, and experience with hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• MA DESE Certification in General Science 1-6 required or eligible.
• Experience with hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan and assess instruction and curriculum for science.
• Deliver effective, engaging lessons aligned with state standards.
• Use data to plan, assess, and modify instruction; adapt to student needs.
• Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues to support student learning.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity in the classroom.

Skills

Hands-on experiments

Inquiry-based learning

Technology integration

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MA DESE Certification in General Science 1-6

Job description

Job Description

The teacher is the district's primary agent for instruction with responsibility for presenting the prescribed curriculum effectively and employing a diagnostic/prescriptive approach to identification and subsequent adaptation to the needs and interests of the students.

The duties commonly associated with the position include but are not limited to:

• maintaining up-to-date knowledge of curriculum content
• planning and assessment of instruction and curriculum
• maintaining classroom management
• planning and delivering effective instruction
• promoting high standards and expectations for student achievement
• communicating with students, parents, and other district employees to work on behalf of students
• promoting equity and appreciation of diversity

Itinerant Elementary Science Teacher

Pittsfield Public Schools

Stearns Elementary School - Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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Williams Elementary School - Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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Job Details

Job ID: 5976084

Application Deadline: Nov 12, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Oct 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 13, 2026

The teacher is the district's primary agent for instruction with responsibility for presenting the prescribed curriculum effectively and employing a diagnostic/prescriptive approach to identification and subsequent adaptation to the needs and interests of the students.

The duties commonly associated with the position include but are not limited to:

• maintaining up-to-date knowledge of curriculum content
• planning and assessment of instruction and curriculum
• maintaining classroom management
• planning and delivering effective instruction
• promoting high standards and expectations for student achievement
• communicating with students, parents, and other district employees to work on behalf of students
• promoting equity and appreciation of diversity

Position Type: Full-time

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary
• Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Welcome to Stearns Elementary School, Williams Elementary School

The faculty and staff at Stearns Elementary School embrace the belief that students of all abilities can learn, achieve, and be successful. Under our guidance, students will develop into lifelong learners, who are confident, competent, and contributing members of society. We will create an awareness that teachers, parents and students who work together will create a quality education. Upon graduation, all students will meet or exceed state standards and will continue to be academically successful in middle school without the need of remediation., Williams Elementary students will be ready to succeed in middle school. In reaching their potential, students will develop the necessary skills, learn the appropriate values, and acquire the habits vital to become responsible academic achievers, and well- rounded decision makers. Williams’ students will be respectful, safe, and prepared as they enter secondary education.

Job Requirements

• *Elementary school assignment(s) to be decided
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
• MA DESE Certification in General Science 1-6
• Experience with hands-on experiments, inquiry-based learning and integrating technology into the classroom
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students and foster a love of science through interactive and dynamic instruction; proven ability to design and deliver engaging and effective science lessons that align with state standards
• Ability to use data to plan for, assess, and modify instruction
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carol Forward , Principal
• 50 Bushey Road
• Pittsfield , Massachusetts 01201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]