Teacher - General Science, Gr. 7-12, (SEI Endorsement Required) (SY26-27)

This position is an anticipated vacancy expected to be vacant by 09/01/2026. The current incumbent may rescind their retirement, leave, or resignation up until the expected vacancy date. Hire confirmation will occur only after the position is vacated, and you may start the year as a Long-Term Substitute if the position does not become vacant by the start of the school year.

About the Role

Boston Public Schools seeks an exceptional Science Teacher with an SEI Endorsement to join a community of teachers, learners, and leaders. This is an opportunity for educators who desire to serve where their efforts matter, contributing to high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, and academic proficiency for all students. BPS supports creativity, innovation, and respects the skills and abilities of its teachers.

Reports to: Principal/Head of School

Responsibilities

• Teach General Science in an SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) setting.
• Develop and implement an interdisciplinary course of study aligned with state curricular frameworks, fostering an understanding of the nature of science in all students.
• Use district-identified curriculum to implement research-based learning goals and objectives that challenge students to use scientific inquiry.
• Cultivate students' ability 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

• Accountability for Student Achievement: Set ambitious learning goals for all students, create cognitively demanding tasks, and model the belief that all students can master challenging material through effective effort. Assess students’ understanding regularly and adjust instruction to meet goals despite setbacks. Demonstrate passion and optimism about students, content, and the teaching profession.
• Communicating Content Knowledge: Demonstrate mastery of and enthusiasm for the content area and its pedagogy. Show understanding of real-world applications of the subject matter and connections to other content areas and standards. Convey content in creative, engaging ways aligned with standards.
• Equitable & Effective Instruction: Scaffold and differentiate instruction to enable all students to engage in complex thinking and rigorous academic work. Use instructional practices that challenge, motivate, and engage all students, ensuring equitable and active participation. Build a productive learning environment where every student is valued.
• Cultural Proficiency: Actively create and maintain an environment where students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected.
• Parent/Family Engagement: Engage with families and build collaborative, respectful relationships in service of student learning.
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration: Regularly reflect on practice, seek and respond to feedback, and demonstrate self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning. Participate in and contribute to a collaborative adult learning community.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in General Science at the appropriate grade level.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by Boston Public Schools.
• Current authorization to work in the United States by the first day of employment.

Qualifications - Preferred

• Experience teaching in urban schools.
• SEI Endorsement or dual certification in ESL.
• Degree in a relevant science field and/or Education.
• Fluency in one of BPS' official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
• Certification in Moderate Disabilities, English as a Second Language, or both (at the appropriate grade level(s)).

Pay

Salaries are determined by union agreements and grade/step. Refer to the BPS website for detailed salary and compensation information.

Schedule

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