Science Teacher - Waltham OAUC High School (Anticipated 8/26/2024) 

 

Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to have an individual who will teach students in Grades 9-12 in the field of Science, in the Waltham Over-Aged Under-Credited High School.

 

Waltham OAUC School Vision

WPS proudly offers a competency-based flexible school that emphasizes a robust primary person model that allows our students to continue or restart on a pathway to high school graduation and post secondary success. We will build on student assets, embrace lived experiences, and foster caring, trusting, and supportive relationships. Our students earn high school credits, prepare to pass the MCAS, and graduate with a Waltham OAUC High School Diploma. Students may continue to participate in all extracurricular activities offered at Waltham High School, while also having the opportunity for a new beginning.

 

Theory of Action

If the school develops a robust, personalized competency-based model focused on high expectations with rigorous and relevant courses in a flexible schedule, then the school will be able to foster a community focused on the growth of students who have not been able to successfully access a traditional school model. 

 

This will be accomplished by developing meaningful and student-centered relationships, a positive climate and culture, and strong stakeholder engagement, all revolving around the student experience and successful outcomes. By implementing this program with a high level of fidelity, the school will successfully re-engage students (both current students and recent dropouts) who have experienced limited success in a traditional school setting. Students will maintain their participation in school for the entire school year or until earning the required credits to graduate.

 

Description of Duties:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Schedule (7:20 AM - 2:10 PM):
• Teach at least 3 academic blocks (curriculum is competency-based - module based in digital LMS)
• Lead an advisory
• Academic case manager
• Trusted confidant  / Outreach coordinator - each teacher will have approximately 10 students they are responsible for connecting with daily
• Participate in collaborative team meetings daily

 

Management of the Learning Environment

• Utilizes effective and varied instructional techniques and procedures.
• Provides a standards-based, student centered environment in each class taught.
• Utilizes educational materials properly.
• Maintains a pleasant, neat and well-organized classroom.
• Performs scheduled duties promptly.
• Fulfills paperwork responsibilities promptly.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service educational activities.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the content area.
• Understands and implements the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.

 

Teacher/Pupil/Parent Interaction

• Assumes responsibility for providing a safe, supportive learning environment for every student.
• Relates well to students of varied proficiency.
• Provides and promotes opportunities for students to develop a wholesome self-concept.
• Guides students toward self-control.
• Provides effective student structure in the total school setting.
• Accepts responsibility for the well-being of each assigned student.
• Remains approachable to students and parents, as needed.
• Contributes to a positive and effective working relationship between school and home.

 

Professional and Personal Qualities

• Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
• Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
• Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed.
• Accepts constructive criticism.
• Applies suggestions for improvement.
• Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
• Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
• Realizes that good attendance is necessary for effective learning.
• Participates in ongoing professional development, including all district sponsored initiatives.
• Aligns instruction to the Massachusetts frameworks and to departmental syllabi.

 

Teacher/Staff Relations

• Shows evidence of helping to promote positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Demonstrates willingness to share and exchange ideas, skills, techniques and materials.
• Works effectively with administrative personnel.
• Accepts and implements school and district decisions.
• Fulfills assigned duties and out-of-class responsibilities.
• Complies with school department procedures and school committee policies.

 

Supervision: 

Supervision Scope:

Supervises students and evaluates their achievement.

 

Supervision Given and Received:

Supervised by principal and/or director.

 

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will love their content area and will be eager to bring Social Studies alive for a diverse population, including students with disabilities and English Learners. We are looking for an enthusiastic, collaborative and equity oriented educator. Qualified applicants must forward cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of MA DESE license and SEI Endorsement as well as three current letters of recommendation. 

 

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education in Science, Grades 6-12.
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.

  

Knowledge Required:

• Currency in the curriculum including knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction.
• Effective classroom management.
• Effective instruction in a standards-based classroom.
• Promotion of high standards and expectations for student proficiency.
• Promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity.
• Effective integration of technology across the curriculum.
• Fulfillment of professional responsibilities.

 

Abilities Required:

• Ability to deliver effective instruction.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
• Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.

 

Skills Required:

• Effective classroom management skills.
• Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Skills in the specific subject matter of instruction.

 

Skills:	Mindsets:	Values:
Able to make the connection between content and life - support students in owning their education by seeing the relevancy Adaptable and Flexible Employs trauma-informed practices Strategies for working with non traditional learners Creative, collaborative, and engaging Educator has SEL skills and is able to use these skills to build a learning community that ensures positive trusting relationships with students	Asset-based approach Empathetic Judgment free OUR students Social justice oriented Compelled to learn, listen, and reflect on their practice based on the student in front of them encourage student voice Fun, personable, creative, flexible, and insightful - leading to bringing joy to learning	Believes every student can learn and be successful  Students are not defined by their past or background Rigorous expectations while creating an atmosphere of trust and safety Education can and should be fun Educating a student is more than just content - Asks questions about plans and dreams for future- makes student think about what comes next

 

 

Salary: As per the WEA contract.

Posted: until filled