Teacher: Innovation Pathways - North High School 2026-2027

Teacher: Innovation Pathways - North High School 2026-2027 Worcester Public Schools, North High School – Worcester, Massachusetts Job ID: 5745434 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026 Job Description The Worcester Public Schools is soliciting applications for an Innovation Pathways Specialist at North High School. This position is accountable for delivering a high-quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness, and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards, and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools, as well as the school-based coordination of the Innovation Pathways program. Principal Innovation Pathways Program Responsibilities Provide weekly updates on student performance to the Innovation Pathways Assistant Principal Conduct targeted recruitment activities in the school building for the Innovation Pathways Program Monitor attendance at after-school technical courses and work with students to eliminate barriers Serve as a liaison between Worcester Technical High School and North High School Reach out to core academic subject teachers to create linkages between pathways and the MassCORE Coordinate and conduct initiatives such as the annual career fair and exploratory field trips to create new initiatives Coordinate and arrange job interviews, job orientations, transportation, insurance, etc. between students and employers for Cooperative Education, apprenticeships, and related/unrelated employment Create and maintain a smooth and viable relationship between school, student, and employer through: Monitoring students Contacting employers frequently by phone or visits Recognizing employers’ needs and concerns Principal Teaching Responsibilities Provide effective instruction, setting clear learning goals, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques in career and college preparedness Effectively manage the classroom environment Use innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including technologies, to increase student learning and confidence Promote equity and appreciation of diversity, including implementation of specific strategies for students with special needs, 504 plans, or second language learners Assure equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, natural origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability Perform other job-related duties as assigned Required Qualifications MA DESE licensed at the high school level in core content area SEI endorsement Evidence of good human relations skills Evidence of educational leadership Preferred Qualifications Familiarity working with businesses, consultants, resource personnel, community groups, etc. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs Ability to speak Spanish, Vietnamese, Albanian, Portuguese, Arabic, or an African language Salary and Work Details Salary: $61,410 to $113,833 per year, appropriate step on teachers’ salary schedule Work year: Teacher work year of 185 days Work day: Teacher work day – periods two through eight of the high school schedule Position type: Full-time Equal Opportunity Employer The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status, or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education