Veterinary Science Teacher

Assabet Valley Reg. Tech. High School; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School in Marlborough, MA seeks a Veterinary Science Teacher for a full-time position. The role requires MA DESE licensure in Animal Science, a bachelor’s degree related to the subject, and at least three years of direct Animal Science experience.

The incumbent will plan and implement standards-based lessons, integrate technology, and maintain records. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Career & Technical Education and participate in

Qualifications

• Licensed or licensable in MA DESE Chapter 74 License in Animal Science.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher related to the subject matter and skills to be taught.
• Three years of full-time employment experience directly related to Animal Science.
• Passing scores on the written and performance tests in Animal Science.
• Passing scores on one of The Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test or The Communication and Literacy Skills test.

Responsibilities

• Advance student learning through clearly stated objectives, varied instructional strategies, and measurable outcomes.
• Ensure accommodations for IEPs/504s meet high expectations.
• Integrate technology in lesson plans.
• Plan for sequential skill development and tracking.
• Communicate high standards and expectations.
• Design standards-aligned lessons with clear goals.
• Provide opportunities for student-centered learning.
• Assess and build on prior knowledge.
• Maintain accurate attendance and performance records.
• Develop rubrics for projects and assessments.
• Maintain classroom routines; adhere to the Classroom Management Plan.
• Communicate with parents as needed; participate in meetings.

Skills

Animal Science knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher related to the subject matter and skills to be taught

Job description

Veterinary Science Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5964223

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 11, 2027

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $77,417 to $93,509 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Career and Technical Education

COMPENSATION: As per the Agreement between the School Committee and the Federation

Job Description

REPORTS TO: Director of Career & Technical Education

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS: MA DESE Division of Occupational Education Licensure

PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

I. Instructional Planning:

• Advance student learning through the use of clearly stated objectives, varied instructional strategies, sequential lessons, and relevant measurable outcomes.
• Ensure that accommodations/modifications for students with IEP’s and 504’s enable students to meet high expectations.
• Integrate technology regularly in daily/weekly lesson plans.
• Plan for sequential skill development and tracking.

II. Instructional Practice:

• Communicate high standards and expectations.
• Design lessons with clear, measurable goals aligned with state standards and unit outcomes (CTE/ MA Curriculum Frameworks).
• Communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Provide opportunities for student-centered learning.
• Assess and build upon students’ prior knowledge.
• Employ a balanced approach to teaching skills and concepts.
• Employ a variety of teaching strategies.
• Use questioning strategies to stimulate thinking.
• Integrate technology regularly.
• Provide students with frequent feedback.
• Allow for varied opportunities for students to achieve competence.
• Revise instruction based on assessments.
• Use class/shop data and school-wide data to enhance instruction and lesson/unit planning.

III. Assessment:

• Maintain accurate and timely records of student attendance and performance.
• Employ a variety of assessment strategies.
• Ensure that assessments are standards-based.
• Develop and utilize rubrics for projects and assessments.

IV. Classroom Management:

• Communicate clear behavioral expectations.
• Maintain classroom routines and procedures without significant loss of instructional time.
• Adhere to the Classroom Management Plan.
• Support and adhere to the disciplinary policies and procedures of the school.
• Attend to safety requirements.
• Take disciplinary action appropriate to the behavioral infraction.
• Maintain a current and accurate inventory of supplies.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are well-maintained.

V. Professional Responsibilities:

• Abide by District policies and regulations applicable to teacher conduct and school operation.
• Demonstrate strong employability skills.
• Identify areas for professional development as outlined in the Individual Professional Development Plan.
• Participate in the design and evaluation of curriculum and instruction.
• Participate in grade-level, department, and school-wide meetings as requested by the Director of Technical Programs.
• Participate in school-wide co-curricular events/activities.
• Communicate with parents as the needs and performance of students warrant.
• Support the Program Advisory Committees.
• Maintain up-to-date necessary licensure and certifications.

Job Requirements

• Licensed or licensable in MA DESE Chapter 74 License in Animal Science
• Possession of a bachelor’s degree or higher related to the subject matter and skills to be taught
• Three years of full-time employment experience directly related to Animal Science
• Achieving a passing score on the written and performance tests in Animal Science
• Achieving a passing score on one of the following
• The Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test
• The Communication and Literacy Skills test
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Gayle Ripley , Admin. Asst. Vocational
• 215 Fitchburg Street
• Marlborough, Massachusetts 01752
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]