Middle School Mathematics Teacher - (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Academy Charter Public School in Springfield, MA, is hiring a Middle School Mathematics Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on delivering a standards-based, inquiry-driven curriculum, serving as a Crew Leader, and collaborating with a team on project-based expeditions.

The ideal candidate has a math degree (BSc/ MSc), MA licensure or eligibility, strong communication skills, and a track record of working with diverse learners. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in mathematics from an accredited college or university.
• Current or eligible for MA Mathematics teacher licensure.
• Excellent knowledge of the teaching and learning process and content areas.
• Classroom teaching experience.
• Experience with standards-based, inquiry-based instruction and diverse learners.
• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach subject area according to BACPS curriculum guidelines.
• Develop a high-level, challenging curriculum in mathematics.
• Continuously evaluate and develop curriculum to meet student needs.
• Collaborate with faculty to implement varied instructional approaches for diverse learners.
• Model independent thinking, creative problem solving, and abstract reasoning.
• Manage positive resolutions with students/parents as needed.
• Assess student performance continuously and objectively.

Skills

Curriculum development

Assessment design

Collaboration

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mathematics

MA teaching licensure (eligible)

Job description

Middle School Mathematics Teacher - (2026-2027)

Baystate Academy Charter Public School, Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Description

BACPS is seeking dynamic, talented, and dedicated mathematics teachers to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. Teachers will serve as the primary teacher in a single subject area, collaborate with grade‑level teams to implement an inquiry‑based, standards‑based curriculum, and serve as Crew Leaders for a group of students. Teachers will participate in continuous assessment of students including ongoing targeted feedback, student‑led conferences, and end‑of‑unit exhibitions. They will collaborate with the school principal, dean of students, and curriculum coach in designing project‑based expeditions as well as family workshops and events, and be responsible for implementing and integrating new policies and services that support the school’s mission and instructional objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach subject area according to curriculum guidelines specified by the charter school
• Further develop and refine a high‑level, challenging curriculum in the subject area
• Maintain ongoing curriculum evaluation and development to meet the needs of students
• Collaborate with other faculty in the delivery of appropriate instructional approaches and best practices, working to serve the various learning styles and needs of students
• Implement curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with BACPS mission statement, including understanding, modeling, and fostering independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and abstract reasoning
• Facilitate and mediate positive and restorative resolution of problems that might arise with students and/or parents
• Assess student performance continuously and objectively
• Develop with parents and students a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity
• Hold parent/student/teacher conferences in a manner consistent with BACPS guidelines
• Participate in all professional development activities
• Participate in all staff meetings including school governance
• Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs
• May perform other projects and duties as directed by the principal

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an applicable field of mathematics from an accredited college or university
• Current or eligible for teacher licensure in Mathematics, preferably in MA, required
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process and expertise in the specific content areas
• Classroom teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience working with challenge groups in a standards‑based environment, including utilizing assessments to place students, flexible pacing, flexible instruction, grouping and regrouping, acceleration, enrichment, and independent study to meet student needs
• Demonstrated success in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach
• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school community staff
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package is offered to all candidates.

Position type: Full‑time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephen Greene, Principal
• Baystate Academy Charter Public School
• Phone: 413‑366‑5100
• Email: [e-mail]