Part-time Teacher - Mathematics [Pollard Middle School] (SY26-27)

Pollard Middle School; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 129,000; Part time

Job summary

Pollard Middle School in Needham, MA is seeking a passionate part-time Middle School Mathematics Teacher to support student learning and growth within a diverse and inclusive school community.

The successful candidate will plan and teach middle school Mathematics and Data Science, collaborate with the Mathematics department chair and team, and develop aligned curriculum, instruction, and assessments for the course sequence. Strong math background and a commitment to equity are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and valid Massachusetts DESE Mathematics license for the appropriate grade level.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience teaching middle school students and understanding their needs.
• Collaborative work ethic and willingness to contribute to student life beyond the classroom.
• Training/experience in data science and instructional technology.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach middle school Mathematics and Data Science.
• Collaborate with the middle school department chair and Mathematics department and cluster teams to support student learning and growth.
• Develop curriculum, instruction, and assessment materials aligned with the course sequence.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work ethic

Experience with middle school students

Data science training/experience

Instructional technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Massachusetts license (Math) for middle school

Master's degree

Tools

Instructional technology

Job description

Part-time Teacher - Mathematics [Pollard Middle School] (SY26-27)

Starting Date: Sep 15, 2026

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm part-timeMiddle School Mathematics Teacher to join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate . This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here .

Thisteacher should have a strong commitment to active anti-racism for our Mathematics Team and Data Science position. The ideal candidateis prepared to teach and assess middle school math students and develop curriculum, instruction, and assessment materials aligned with the course sequence. Strong mathematics backgroundpreferred.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will plan and teach middle school Mathematics and Data Science whileworking collaboratively with the middle school department chair and members of the Mathematics department and cluster teams to support student learning and growth.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Mathematics license at the appropriate grade level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with and/or teaching middle school students and an u nderstanding of the needs of students at this age
• Collaborative work ethic
• Training/experience in the use of data/ data science, and instructional technology
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogy
• Willingness tocontribute to student life beyond the classroom

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is determined by education and experience, ranging from Bachelor’s (Step 1) $63,217 to Doctorate (Step 13) $128,771 (This range is based on a 1.0 FTE), and prorated to start date.

Please review Unit Contract A and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website .

All positions are subject to the approval of the 2026-2027 Needham Public School budget by the Town of Needham.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Math: General

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Borkeny Sambou , Math Department Chair
• Pollard Middle School
• Phone: [phone] x33247
• Email: [e-mail]