Science Teacher

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Public Schools is seeking a General Science Teacher for Day Middle School in Newton, MA. The role entails planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive middle school science program for grades 6-8, with emphasis on inquiry-based instruction and equitable access to learning.

The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in the subject area and required licensure, demonstrate strong communication skills, and use technology effectively to enhance student learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in subject area and requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Experience teaching middle school preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes
• Provide learning experiences for students from diverse backgrounds
• Design differentiated instruction to meet all students’ needs
• Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in IEPs
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design
• Participate in faculty, department and team meetings
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community
• Follow safety procedures and instructions

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in subject area/licl

Excellent oral and written comms

Ability to use technology effectively

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject area and licensure per DESE

Job description

Science Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5888484

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 26, 2026

Job Description

Department: Middle School Science

FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-exempt) : Exempt; Unit A

Reports to: Principal, Assistant Principal, Department Head/Curriculum Coordinator

In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti‑racism and nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual’s qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY: The General Science Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for middle school students in grades 6-8.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in subject area and requisite licensure as defined by the DESE
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively

Desired Qualifications

• Experience teaching middle school students in subject area
• Knowledge of behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques and methods, and conflict resolution procedures
• Ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions
• Ability to organize tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks
• Good judgment and good problem-solving skills

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Prepare and deliver instructional lessons with clear and measurable outcomes
• Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socio‑economic levels and cultural backgrounds
• Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Implement accommodations and curricular modifications as specified in educational plans (IEPs) and as needed to meet the learning needs of students
• Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment
• Use a variety of formal and informal assessments to accurately measure student progress toward and to modify further instruction
• Use a computer and other technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom
• Provide students with support (remediation and enrichment) using a variety of strategies
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson and assessment design
• Participate actively in faculty, department and team meetings
• Set professional development goals, develop professional development plans, and participate in professional development activities that improve teaching practice
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, parents, and the community
• Follow safety procedures and written and verbal instructions

• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

• Majority of work is performed in a school/classroom environment. The noise level in the environment is usually moderate. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.
• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: upto $134,270 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Mann , Principal
• Day Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]

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