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UNIDOS BIOLOGY TEACHER
Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence, QAT
Full Time
Entry
Onsite
4 weeks ago
BiologyCurriculum AlignmentFormative and Summative AssessmentData AnalysisDifferentiated InstructionClassroom Management
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About the Role
Lawrence Public Schools seeks a Biology Teacher for Unidos Academy to deliver high-quality Biology instruction aligned with Massachusetts standards. The teacher will collaborate with colleagues, analyze student data, and support diverse learners.
Key Skills for This Role
BiologyCurriculum AlignmentFormative and Summative AssessmentData AnalysisDifferentiated InstructionClassroom Management
Responsibilities
- Align curriculum to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks with grade level teams
- Develop and implement common formative and summative assessments
- Analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly to ensure academic growth
- Collaborate with Special Education and ESL teachers to differentiate instruction
- Participate in weekly content team meetings and interdisciplinary cohort sessions
- Engage in biweekly instructional coaching to improve teaching practices
- Maintain regular communication with students and families regarding academic and behavioral progress
- Support school wide efforts to create a positive, culturally responsive learning environment
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
- Valid Massachusetts DESE licensure in Biology or Earth & Space Science required
- SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) endorsement required
- Passing scores on MTEL Communication and Literacy and relevant subject tests
- Minimum of two years of successful teaching experience in a similar school setting preferred
- U.S. citizenship, residency, or work authorization required
Full Job Posting
Position Summary
- The Unidos Academy at Lawrence High School is seeking a dedicated Biology Teacher to join our instructional team.
- The teacher will deliver high quality Biology instruction aligned with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and work closely with colleagues to foster a supportive, rigorous, and inclusive learning environment.
- The ideal candidate is collaborative, reflective, and passionate about disrupting inequities in education while meeting the diverse needs of our students.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Align curriculum to the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks with grade level teams.
- Develop and implement common formative and summative assessments.
- Analyze student data and adjust instruction accordingly to ensure academic growth.
- Collaborate with Special Education and ESL teachers to differentiate instruction.
- Participate in weekly content team meetings and interdisciplinary cohort sessions.
- Engage in biweekly instructional coaching to improve teaching practices.
- Maintain regular communication with students and families regarding academic and behavioral progress.
- Support school wide efforts to create a positive, culturally responsive learning environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Deep understanding of Biology.
- Ability to support English Language Learners and students with diverse learning needs.
- Skill in using assessment data to drive instruction and measure student growth.
- Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration.
- Strong classroom management and culturally responsive teaching practices.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain high expectations for all students.
- Resilience, flexibility, and a willingness to receive and apply feedback.
- A sense of urgency, humility, and humor in working with students and peers.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- Valid Massachusetts DESE licensure in Biology or Earth & Space Science required.
- SEI (Sheltered English Immersion) endorsement required.
- Passing scores on MTEL Communication and Literacy and relevant subject tests.
- Minimum of two years of successful teaching experience in a similar school setting preferred.
- U.S. citizenship, residency, or work authorization required.
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