Math Instructor

Math Instructor Greater Lowell Technical High School Math & Science - Tyngsboro, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5541969

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 31, 2026 Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The primary purpose of an Academic Instructor is to prepare students for success in college, career, and citizenship. This involves fostering critical thinking, promoting academic excellence, and equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in their chosen pathways and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.

Provide High-Quality Instruction:

Deliver engaging instruction aligned with the applicable Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse student learning needs. 2.

Develop and Implement Curriculum:

Design and adapt curriculum materials that promote critical thinking, real-world connections, and mastery of academic standards. 3.

Enhance Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:

Support students' in developing analytical reasoning and critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning and performance tasks. 4.

Integrate Authentic Learning Opportunities:

Provide students with portfolio-worthy projects and activities that connect academic content to post-secondary education, career pathways, and real-world experiences. 5.

Promote Research and Technology Use:

Develop students' research and digital literacy skills by integrating technology and teaching them to analyze and synthesize information. 6.

Assess and Support Student Growth:

Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, provide meaningful feedback and help students achieve their goals. 7.Foster a

Positive Learning Environment:

Create an inclusive classroom culture that encourages collaboration, respect, and a growth mindset. 8.Participate in

Professional Growth and Program Development:

Stay current in content area, technology, and education through ongoing professional development. Assist in updating curriculum, and instructional materials to align with evolving standards and best practices. 9.

Collaborate and Support School Initiatives:

Work cooperatively with school leadership and colleagues to support school policies and initiatives. Contribute to the development of departmental budgets, purchasing processes, and other operational tasks. 10.

Ensure Student Safety and Well-Being:

Maintain a safe, structured, and supervised learning environment by actively monitoring student behavior; implementing classroom safety protocols; responding appropriately to emergencies; and adhering to all district policies, procedures, and training related to student safety, supervision, and well-being. 11.Perform Additional Duties as

Assigned:

Complete additional tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor, Assistant Superintendent/Principal, or Superintendent-Director.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

1.Is responsible to the CTE Chairperson/Director of the applicable content area 2.Must work cooperatively with all faculty and staff to support student success and school operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

(Preparation, Experience, Competencies, Personal Attributes): 1.Massachusetts teacher licensure at the secondary level in applicable content area required or possess the minimum requirements to be eligible for licensure 2.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. Master's Degree preferred. 3.Strong curriculum development skills, with creativity in designing engaging, standards-aligned instructional materials. 4.Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to maintain a safe and effective learning environment. 5.In-depth knowledge of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and current educational best practices. 6.Experience implementing research-based instructional strategies, including inquiry-based learning, performance-based assessments and structured writing supports.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. The employee is regularly required to hear and understand speech at normal office, classroom, and on telephone. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hand to finger, handle or touch. The employee is routinely required to stand, walk, some stooping, bending and kneeling, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move, push and carry up to 20 lbs. Specific vision ability required by this job include: the ability to read printed materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed indoors with heating/cooling system regulated in a classroom/shop and school environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may vary depending on student activity and instructional setting.

OTHER INFORMATION

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of requirements associated with the position.

Position Type:

Full-time