Math Teacher (Multilingual Learner Program), Salem High School - Salem Public Schools [SY 2026-2027]

Salem Public Schools•Salem, MA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 10 schools. Our vision is to ensure that all students will be locally engaged, globally connected, and fully prepared to thrive in a diverse and changing world. We hold dear our core values of belonging, equity, and opportunity in everything we do. We seek individuals who are passionate about urban education and understand the urgency of improving student achievement for all students, regardless of ability, economic status, gender/gender identity, language, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds. The position of a math teacher at Salem High School is an excellent opportunity to provide students with high-quality, accessible standards-based instruction. The math teacher will guide and support students in developing competencies in basic math via the solution of practical problems and an understanding of the structure of math by implementing the District approved curriculum. In this position, you will be teaching math to multilingual learners.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Math 9-12
Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement (Required within 1-year of start date)
Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice
Safety Care Trained, or willing to be trained (District provides)
Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication suites (Remind preferred), Google G-Suite Apps, etc.) desirable.
Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
Current authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred
Experience with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs preferred
Minimum of 2 years teaching experience and working in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred.
Second language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) proficiency a plus
Bilingual candidates and candidates of color strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Make math content accessible to diverse learners and promote learning for all students.
Develop and implement standards-based unit plans with an emphasis on student mastery of content and skills.
Monitor students’ progress and pace by using formative and summative assessments directly linked to the learning goals.
Scaffold instruction, supports, and pacing so that all learners can master the content.
Support high expectations for achievement by providing teacher corrective feedback, opportunities for practice, revision, and improvement.
Identify underachieving students in need of support in the areas of math by using the district assessments plan.
Evaluate each student’s progress in math knowledge and skills.
Prepare teaching materials and related reports for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress.
Participate in in-service programs to enhance the overall educational experience for students.
Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
Provide structure in the classroom by promoting a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Manage student behavior, assess and evaluate student achievement.
Perform additional duties as assigned.