Nantucket High School has an anticipated opening for [1] Biology teacher to join our caring and innovative community for the 2023-2024 school year. Our ideal candidate is committed to differentiating instruction, keeping student voice at the center of instruction, and developing a classroom learning environment centered on inquiry. You will be an integral part of our departmental team as we create challenging and inspiring teaching and learning experiences for all students.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks (Science and Technology /Engineering)

  Bachelor’s Degree

  DESE MA certification or the ability to be certified in Biology (8-12)

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in high school biology teaching

  Passion for teaching biology

  Strong biology content knowledge

  Strong knowledge of the science and engineering practices

  Knowledge about High School pedagogy and the developmental needs of students

  Ability to assess learning using a variety of methods

  Strong foundation in student-centered and culturally responsive pedagogy

  Knowledge of differentiated instruction and response to intervention

  Excellent classroom management skills

  SEI endorsement

  Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrating appropriate long and short term preparation for classroom instruction

  Holding high expectations for all students and serving as a facilitator of student learning

• Organizing and using a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each student, individually and in group settings

• Continuously assessing student progress, providing students and parents with specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed

• Collaborating with colleagues to examine student data, plan curriculum, and ensure appropriate learning experiences for all students

• Completing other duties and professional responsibilities determined by administration

Contact Information:

Mandy Vasil

NHS Principal

Nantucket Public Schools

vasilm@npsk.org

Amanda Bardsley

STEM Director

Nantucket Public Schools

bardsleya@npsk.org