Wakefield Public Schools 

POSITION TITLE: High School Science Teacher LTS: Biology and Environmental Science (anticipated April 14 through June 2025)

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Wakefield Memorial High School

Wakefield Public Schools

Wakefield, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 
• Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
• Posted : 
• Starting Date: April 1, 2025

Job Description

The Wakefield Public Schools is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered Biology/Environmental Science long-term substitute teacher at the Wakefield Memorial High School effective April 14 through June 2025 (approximate dates).  Candidates will be responsible for teaching Biology, Environmental Science, and AP Environmental Science to grades 9-12. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Holds necessary state certification for job assignment; prior job experience is preferred

Description of Duties:

• Teach Biology, Environmental Science and AP Environmental Science courses, utilizing courses adopted by the School Committee and other appropriate learning activities.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Create a differentiated environment that supports the learning styles and emotional needs of all students. 
• Communicate with parents, administration, and students regarding academic content, expectations, and student progress.
• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Evaluate each pupil’s progress in comprehension of the science curriculum through various measures of performance to include, but not be limited to, tests, quizzes, presentations and projects.
• Attend to all teacher duties and professional development, including PLCs, department meetings, and school/district professional development. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wakefield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

        The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned.

If you are interested, please send an email of interest to:

Joanne D. Marks

5-12 Science Curriculum Coordinator

joanne.marks@wpsk12.org

60 Farm Street

Wakefield, MA 01880