High School: Physics Lead Teacher – Lynn, MA (2025-2026) Position Available In Essex, Massachusetts

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Company:
KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate
Salary:
$72250
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

High School:

Physics Lead Teacher

  • Lynn, MA (2025-2026)
    KIPP MA
    KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate
  • Lynn, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:

5233874

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 12, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 8, 2025
Job Description
Physics Lead Teacher

  • KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School (KIPP MA)
Location:

Lynn, MA | Full-Time | High School |

Salary:

$55,000

  • 89,500 + Signing & Retention Bonuses
    KIPP Academy Lynn is seeking a passionate, knowledgeable, and equity-driven Physics Lead Teacher to join our high school science team.

This role is ideal for an educator who wants to inspire students to think critically, question boldly, and engage deeply with the world through the lens of physics.
You’ll join a collaborative school community that prioritizes academic excellence, student agency, and culturally responsive teaching—while preparing students for success in college, career, and beyond.
About KIPP Massachusetts
KIPP MA is a network of joyful, high-performing public charter schools in Lynn and Boston. Our mission is to prepare students with the academic skills, critical thinking, and character traits necessary to succeed in college and lead lives of purpose.
We focus on:

  • High-quality instruction and rigorous professional development
  • Character education and identity development
  • Strong family partnerships
  • Equitable access to college and postsecondary pathways
    To learn more, visit www.kippma.org.
    Key Responsibilities
    Instructional Excellence
  • Lead rigorous and engaging high school physics instruction, rooted in real-world application and aligned with NGSS and Massachusetts frameworks
  • Prepare daily and unit lesson plans that center student thinking, problem-solving, and inquiry-based learning
  • Use provided curriculum and internalize resources to ensure content mastery, pacing, and rigor
  • Develop and/or adapt lab activities, assessments, rubrics, and project-based learning opportunities
  • Differentiate instruction for a wide range of learners, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs
  • Set ambitious academic growth goals for students and use data regularly to monitor progress and inform instruction
  • Build a learning environment that affirms students’ identities, encourages curiosity, and fosters scientific thinking
    Classroom & School Culture
  • Uphold strong classroom management through consistent routines, relationship-building, and culturally relevant practices
  • Collaborate with grade-level and science content teams to align instruction and share strategies
  • Implement school-wide systems that support student safety, joy, and academic excellence
  • Communicate proactively with students, families, and colleagues to support whole-child development
    Professional Development & Team Collaboration
  • Attend and participate in summer training, weekly professional development, and instructional coaching sessions
  • Seek and apply feedback to continuously improve instructional practice
  • Support school duties including transitions, arrival/dismissal, lunch, and coverage as needed
  • Build authentic relationships with families and regularly communicate about student progress

    Qualifications
  • Deep belief in the potential of all students and alignment with KIPP’s mission
  • Bachelor’s degree in physics, physical sciences, science education, or a related field required
  • 2+ years of full-time science teaching experience (preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of physics content and instructional best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to drive student achievement and academic growth
  • Culturally responsive and equity-focused approach to teaching
  • MA teaching license preferred or willingness to pursue MTEL and SEI endorsement (with full support from KIPP MA)
  • Must pass criminal background checks

    Workplace Expectations
  • Commitment to KIPP MA’s values of integrity, humanity, self-awareness, critical consciousness, and personal responsibility
  • Physical mobility to teach effectively (includes moving around classroom, occasional lifting, lab prep)
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build community and engage families

    Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary: $55,000
  • 89,500 depending on experience and education
  • $1,000 signing bonus
  • $2,000 annual retention bonus (after year one)
  • Additional pay for advanced degrees: +$3,000 (first), +$1,500 (second)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement benefits
  • Paid holidays, school vacations, and personal time
  • Robust professional development, coaching, and career advancement opportunities

MTEL/SEI

testing support (covered financially with optional free tutoring)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at KIPP MA
KIPP MA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a staff that reflects the diversity of our students and community. We actively seek candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds, including but not limited to people of color, first-generation college graduates, multilingual individuals, and LGBTQ+ educators.
We believe in equity not just for our students—but for our teachers, families, and communities.

Apply Now
Visit www.kippma.org/careers to learn more and apply.
Inspire the next generation of scientists. Join our team. Teach Physics with purpose.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$55,000 to $895,000 Per Year

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