SY 25-26 - Building-Based Educator - Lawrence High School - Gr. 10

Job Description:

Organization: Lawrence Public Schools

Job Title: Building-Based Educator (SY 2025-2026)

Location: Lawrence High School

Who Are We?

Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district, located 30 miles north of Boston, serving more than 13,000 students. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. We are committed to ensuring that our students, who have for too long been under-served, are provided with a high-quality, free, public education at their local, district schools.

Lawrence High School is seeking exceptional teachers to join our team who possess a growth mindset, value collaboration and continuous feedback, are passionate about their content, and have an unwavering belief that all students are capable of meeting rigorous academic expectations.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively to align curriculum to the rigor of the MA Curriculum Frameworks

Check in daily with supervisor for coverage assignments

Support classroom teachers with instruction during the school day

Cover classes when lead teachers are absent

Complete regularly scheduled duties and assignments outside of the classroom

Follow regular teacher’s lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency and optimal learning, and that encourages students to participate

Assign classwork and homework as necessary and according to teachers' instructions

Modify teaching styles to fit the learning styles of various students

Maintain a well-managed classroom and positive learning environment

Supervise students out of class such as in the hallways and in the cafeteria as needed

Demonstrates support and knowledge of school's goals and mission

Is detail oriented when tracking students' grades, attendance, and other student data

Works with the Principal and Assistant Principal to ensure teaching methods are directed towards meeting and surpassing the standards

Performs assigned duties

Desired Skills and Characteristics of a LHS teacher/staff:

Driving desire to disrupt inequity and improve outcomes for all students

Commitment to the academic and personal success of Lawrence Public Schools’ students and families

Proven experience supporting English Language Learners

Ability to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges

Demonstrated capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized.

Will to improve practice by taking and implementing frequent feedback

Humility and a good sense of humor

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $235.00 per day

Work Location: In person