Middle School Social Studies Teachers (3) (SY25-26)

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER to join our team at Pollard Middle School. To enhance our goals of supporting every child, Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. 

The responsibilities include planning, teaching, and assessing four sections of Social Studies, as well as facilitating a daily advisory. The teacher will work collaboratively with members of the Social Studies Department to follow the curriculum and with members of the interdiscipilnary cluster team to support student learning and growth. This team includes special education, guidance, and related service providers. 

Under the general supervision of the Social Studies Department Chair, this teacher will be responsible for advancing students' critical reading, thinking, writing, speaking, & listening skills. As a Needham educator, this teacher will work collaboratively to integrate the attributes, skills, and knowledge made explicit in the Portrait of a Needham Graduate, emphasizing the preparation of students to become socially and culturally responsive contributors.

Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, have experience working with and/or teaching middle school students, and understand the diverse needs of students at this age. Additionally, candidates who have a collaborative work ethic, training/experience in the use of instructional technology, a commitment to inclusive pedagogy, and the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives and the Massachusetts Framework for History and Social Science
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction and student learning. 
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction. 
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed. 
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Needham Public Schools. 
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research. 
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws. 
• Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. 
• Coordinates with colleagues to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or Designee

Required Qualifications:      

• Bachelor’s degree
• Holds a Massachusetts Teaching License in Social Studies (5-8) 
• Holds an SEI endorsement, dual certification in ESL, or qualifies for such certification

About Needham Public Schools (NPS): NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency, equity, and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of the Portrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5,500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias, bullying, and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Please review Unit Contract A and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits. 

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.

All positions are subject to the approval of the 2025-2026 Needham Public School budget by the Town of Needham.