Math Teacher (Anticipated), Salem High School, Salem Public Schools (Salem, MA) [SY 2026-2027]

Math Teacher (Anticipated), Salem High School, Salem Public Schools (Salem, MA) [SY 2026-2027] Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Salem is a small, diverse city with a proud maritime and immigrant history. Salem Public Schools is an urban public school district enrolling nearly 4,000 students in 11 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. We invite you to learn more about our strategic plan and core priorities on our website at What You’ll Do: 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. Role Responsibilities The purpose of the math teacher is to make math content accessible to diverse learners and promote learning for all students. The math teacher will develop and implement standards-based unit plans with an emphasis on student mastery of content and skills. Integral to this role is monitoring students’ progress and pace by using formative and summative assessments directly linked to the learning goals; scaffolding instruction, supports, and pacing so that all learners can master the content; and supporting high expectations for achievement by providing teacher corrective feedback, opportunities for practice, revision, and improvement. In addition, the math teacher: Identifies underachieving students in need of support in the areas of math by using the district assessments plan Evaluates each student’s progress in math knowledge and skills Prepares teaching materials and related reports for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and documenting student progress Participates in in-service programs to enhance the overall educational experience for students Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts Provides structure in the classroom by promoting a positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning Works under the general supervision of the building principal and/or other designated administrator, manages student behavior, assesses and evaluates student achievement Additional duties may be assigned What You’ll Bring Inspired by our mission, you are highly motivated to change children’s lives through education. You’ll be right at home here if you are a reflective practitioner who values collaboration with colleagues and pushes yourself, your work and the people around you to the next level. We expect our SPS employees to: Hold a deep commitment to students and families and value diversity: The SPS community is vibrant, diverse in background, ethnicity, language, and perspective. You embrace and affirm the backgrounds of all members of the SPS community and view our diversity as a powerful resource that supports us each in learning and doing our best work. Hold high expectations for yourself, students, and colleagues: You see potential in all SPS students and maintain high expectations for achievement, while providing the support necessary to meet that bar. You hold yourself to high expectations, modeling SPS values and seeking opportunities to continuously improve. Build authentic, caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families: You build strong relationships across students, families, and colleagues that are collaborative in nature and contribute to the individual and collective success of SPS. You partner with families and colleagues to make decisions in the best interest of students and learning. Embrace feedback: You are a reflective practitioner who learns from mistakes and challenges and uses them as opportunities for professional development. You model persistence and growth mindset and thrive in a culture of feedback. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree (Required); Master’s Degree (Preferred) Required Massachusetts teaching certification/licensure in Mathematics 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 a trained (District Provides) Dual certification (content area) is a plus Second language (Spanish) proficiency a plus Proficiency with technology (blended learning, teacher/family communication suites (Remind preferred), Google G‑Suite Apps, etc.) desirable. Current authorization to work in the United States Citizenship, residency or work visa required Work Year Teachers in Salem Public Schools work a 185 day school year (180 student contact days plus 5 professional development days). Please click here to view the 2026-27 district and/or school calendars. Salary Teacher salaries in the Salem Public Schools are determined by the Salem Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement (2024‑2027). Salary information can be found in Appendix A. Position Type: Full‑Time. Salary: $59,719.90 to $116,414 Per Year. Benefits The City of Salem offers Group Insurance Commission (GIC) benefits to all full‑time employees. Click here for more information about our health benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer Salem Public School District 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, housing status, 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. Job Details Job ID: 5805312 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $59,719.90 to $116,414 Per Year Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Math: Algebra Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Math: General Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Math: Geometry Contact Information

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