Teacher - Dual Language [Spanish] Science (Longterm Substitute) (SY26-27)

Greenwood K-8; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Public Schools' Greenwood K-8 in Boston, MA seeks a bilingual Spanish/English Science teacher for a long-term substitute position for SY26-27. The role is in a Spanish/English dual language school, requiring biliteracy in Spanish and ESL license preferred.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree and a Massachusetts Science teaching license with bilingual endorsement; must meet state standards and have authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Massachusetts Teaching License in Science at the appropriate grade level.
• Bilingual Education Endorsement; Transitional Bilingual Education license acceptable as equivalent.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching.
• Current authorization to work in the United States by first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach: General Science in a Dual Language setting.
• Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that reflects state curricular frameworks and develops scientific understanding.
• Implement district learning goals and objectives using the district Science Department curriculum.
• Use research-based district curriculum that challenges students to apply scientific inquiry.
• Develop students' capacity to see science as a way of thinking and investigating.
• Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments per district guidelines.

Job description

Teacher - Dual Language [Spanish] Science (Longterm Substitute) (SY26-27)

Boston Public Schools Greenwood K-8 - Boston, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5923758 Application Deadline: Dec 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 20, 2025

Job Description

This position is located in a/an Spanish/English dual language school, so candidates must be bilingual and biliterate in [Spanish]. An English as a Second Language license at the appropriate level is highly preferred.

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Dual LanguageSpanish/English Scienceteacher who is highly qualified and knowledgeable to join our community of teachers, learners and leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who desire to serve where their efforts matter. In BPS, the teachers and leaders are committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools. BPS is a great place for those who seek to work in an environment that supports their creativity and innovation, and respects their skills and abilities as a teacher.

Reports to: Principal/Head of Schools

Responsibilities

Teach: General Science in a Dual Language setting

• Creatively provide an interdisciplinary course of study that incorporates state curricular frameworks that demonstrates an understanding of the nature of science and how to develop this understanding in all students.
• Implement district learning goals and objectives using appropriate curriculum as identified by district Science Department.
• Implement research-based district curriculum that challenges students to use scientific inquiry in their learning of science concepts.
• Develop students' capacity to see science as a way of thinking and investigating.
• Administer district mid-year and end-of-year assessments in accordance with district guidelines.

Core Competencies: Using the Rubric of Effective Teaching, the Office of Human Capital has identified priority skills and abilities that all BPS teachers should possess:

• Accountability for Student Achievement

  (II-A-1. Quality of Effort and Work, II-D-2. High Expectations, I-B-2. Adjustments to Practice)

  • Sets ambitious learning goals for all students, creates cognitively demanding tasks, and models the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort
  • Assesses students’ understanding regularly with ambitious learning goals in mind and takes ownership of making necessary adjustments to instruction to reach goals despite setbacks
  • Passionate and optimistic about their students, their content, and the teaching profession
• Communicating Content Knowledge

  (I-A-1. Subject Matter Knowledge, I-A-4. Well-Structured Lessons)

  • Demonstrates mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and the pedagogy it requires
  • Demonstrates understanding of how the subject matter applies in real-world settings and connects to other content areas and relevant standards
  • Can convey content in creative and engaging ways that align to standards
• Equitable & Effective Instruction

  (II-A-3. Meeting Diverse Needs, II-A-2. Student Engagement, II-B-1. Safe Learning Environment)

  • Scaffolds and differentiates instruction in order for all students to do complex thinking and rigorous academic work
  • Uses instructional practices that are likely to challenge, motivate, and engage all students and facilitate equitable, active student participation
  • Builds a productive learning environment where every student participates and is valued as part of the class community
• Cultural Proficiency

  (II-C-1. Respects Differences, II-C-2. Maintains a Respectful Environment)

  • Actively creates and maintains an environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected
• Parent/Family Engagement

  (III-A-1. Parent/Family Engagement)

  • Engages with families and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration

  (IV-A-1. Reflective Practice, IV-C-1. Professional Collaboration)

  • Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development
  • Seeks to participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

Qualifications - Required:

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Science at the appropriate grade level.
• Hold a Bilingual Education Endorsement. Please note, a valid Transitional Bilingual Education license or Transitional Bilingual Learning endorsement issued by the Department shall be deemed the equivalent of the Bilingual Education Endorsement.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred:

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• Dual certification in ESL.
• Degree in Education
• In order to best serve all students, BPS prefers all core content teachers to be certified in their subject area and one or both of the following: Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language (at the appropriate grade level(s)).
• BPS values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. BPS is particularly interested in candidates who are fluent in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Cabo Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole , Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, & Somali.

Terms: BTU, Group I

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The start and end times of BPS schools vary, as do the lengths of the school day. Some BPS schools have a longer school day through the "Schedule A" Expanded Learning Time (ELT) agreement.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type: Dual Language

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Bilingual Education

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Boston Public Schools, Office of Human Resources
• 2300 Washington Street
• Roxbury, Massachusetts 02119
• Email: [e-mail]

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