Middle School Science Teacher Northshore Education Consortium - 3.3 Beverly, MA Job Details Full-time $60,152 - $108,407 a year 19 hours ago Qualifications Middle school teaching Student supervision Behavior management for students with special needs Professional collaboration in IEP development Student progress monitoring Special education for middle school students Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Teaching students with emotional and behavioral disorders Teacher collaboration Student emotional support Family collaboration in education Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques) Mid-level Learning styles adaptability Individualized instructions Experience working with middle schoolers Working with students Grading Data collection for student progress in special education IEP progress monitoring Organizational skills Relationship management Working with families Working with individuals with mental health conditions Bachelor's degree in education Student needs assessment Communication skills Instructional content development Classroom community building Student progress notes

Full Job Description Position:

Middle School Science TeacherReference #: NSAU2027

FLocation:

Northshore Academy Upper School (NSAU)

Status:

Full-Time, PermanentTarget Start Date:

September 28, 2026About Northshore Academy Upper SchoolNorthshore Academy Upper School is a therapeutic educational program serving students in grades 712 with social, emotional, and behavioral health needs. Students thrive in our structured, relationship-based environment, where individualized instruction, positive connections, and collaboration support meaningful learning and growth.

Position SummaryNorthshore Academy Upper School is seeking a creative, engaging Middle School Science Teacher who is genuinely excited about science and eager to spark curiosity in students. This is an opportunity to make science active, relevant, and accessible while teaching middle school students in a therapeutic school setting.

The ideal candidate pairs strong science instruction with patience, flexibility, and the ability to connect with students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges. The successful candidate will create a safe, structured classroom and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary staff to support academic and social-emotional growth.

ResponsibilitiesPlan and deliver engaging, inquiry-based Science instruction that encourages curiosity, problem solving, and hands-on learning.

Create a safe, structured, predictable, and positive classroom environment where students feel respected and ready to learn.

Differentiate instruction and assessment to meet a range of academic, social, and emotional learning needs.

Use relationship-based and therapeutic classroom practices to support engagement, regulation, and successful participation during challenging moments.

Monitor progress, maintain accurate grades and documentation, and participate in IEP meetings and progress reporting.

Collaborate closely with teachers, clinicians, related service providers, families, and the multidisciplinary team.

Supervise students and fulfill professional teaching responsibilities with consistency, sound judgment, and a student-centered approach.

Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a collaborative school community.

QualificationsDemonstrated enthusiasm for Science and the ability to make content engaging, relevant, and accessible to diverse learners.

Strong classroom management skills, including the ability to remain calm, flexible, and consistent when students experience dysregulation or behavioral challenges.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a strong commitment to collaboration and problem solving.

Ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff; experience with students with social, emotional, and behavioral health needs is preferred.

Education & LicensureCandidates must possess: A Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.

A Massachusetts DESE license in Moderate Disabilities or Science Education (or another closely related licensure area appropriate for the position).Experience teaching students with social/emotional disabilities is preferred.

Working Conditions:

In accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).Northshore Education Consortium is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

To ApplyPlease submit a cover letter referencing NSAU2027F, resume, certification(s), and professional references to: Nancy CelliDirector of Human ResourcesNorthshore Education Consortium112 Sohier RoadBeverly, MA