Secondary Math Teacher- Long-term Substitute

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

12h

About The Position

Lynn Classical High School is seeking a Mathematics teacher for a long-term substitute position. The teacher will plan lessons, assess student learning, use data to guide instruction, and provide regular feedback on students’ progress toward learning goals. Lynn Public Schools’ curriculum is based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks; the teacher is expected to understand standards and their progression, plan effective standards-based lessons, and follow the district curriculum map. Specific details such as grade level, course, and class organization will be provided by the principal.

The role serves students from a wide range of socioeconomic levels and cultural backgrounds. The teacher will provide differentiated and adapted instruction, including scaffolding and modifications for students receiving Special Education and English Learner Education services, and help create a motivating, safe, and supportive learning environment. The position is governed by terms negotiated with the Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers Union and is listed as 180 days per year.

Requirements

• Valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license in Mathematics 8-12.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• SEI Endorsement, as applicable.
• Knowledge of current education legislation and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children to solve problems effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, and ability to work with all stakeholders.
• Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.
• Ability to meet the expectations of the Massachusetts Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Additional content-area licensure.
• Experience in an urban district or setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement standards-based lessons with clear objectives.
• Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for students from a wide range of socioeconomic levels and cultural backgrounds.
• Design and demonstrate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students, including modifying and scaffolding instruction for Special Education and English Learner Education.
• Use formal and informal assessments to measure student progress toward mastery of grade-level standards and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Provide a motivating, stimulating, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt mathematics lessons for individual, small-group, and remedial instruction to meet the needs of identified students or subgroups.
• Develop and maintain pupil-teacher relationships that support effective teaching and learning.
• Maintain a growth mindset and establish and maintain standards of student behavior.
• Participate in school-wide and department-wide professional development activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, lesson, and assessment design.
• Use computers and other technology to support student learning in and out of the classroom.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive health benefits, including Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO.
• Dental benefits, including Altus Dental High/Low plans.
• Vision benefits.
• Life insurance available on a voluntary basis.
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) available on a voluntary basis.
• Short-term disability available on a voluntary basis.
• Long-term disability available on a voluntary basis.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level