<p>Job Title: History</p> <p>Reports to: Principal</p> <p>Location: Spark Academy</p> <p>Job Type: Full-time union</p> <p>Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed regularly to ensure accountability to all stakeholders.</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>Spark Academy is seeking exceptional History 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 expectation</p> <p>Essential Duties & Responsibilities:</p> <p>Serve as a strong, positive presence in the classroom-motivating students daily to engage, work hard, and grow academically</p> <p>Design and implement high-quality History curriculum aligned to Massachusetts and Common Core standards</p> <p>Set rigorous academic goals and provide targeted, actionable feedback to students on their progress</p> <p>Build a strong classroom culture and implement school-wide systems to maximize instructional time</p> <p>Use student data to drive instruction and ensure all students are making meaningful academic gains</p> <p>Engage in weekly professional development, coaching, and collaboration with colleagues</p> <p>Support associate teachers and contribute to the development of the instructional team</p> <p>Uphold and model Spark values: Seeking Justice, Perseverance, Active Living, Reason, and Kindness</p> <p>Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, maintaining strong communication with families</p> <p>Take on additional duties as assigned by school administration</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Deep knowledge of historical content and pedagogy </li><li>Culturally responsive teaching practices </li><li>Proficiency in using data to inform and adapt instruction </li><li>Strong classroom management and organizational skills </li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills </li><li>Comfort with integrating technology and movement into lessons </li><li>Commitment to continuous professional growth and feedback </li><li>Ability to foster strong student relationships and maintain high expectations </li></ul> <p>Qualifications & Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in History, Education, or a related field (required) </li><li>Valid Massachusetts DESE History License (5-8 or 8-12) or eligibility (required) </li><li>At least one year of urban teaching experience (preferred) </li><li>Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply </li></ul> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for employees and applicants. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.</p> <p>Pay Range</p> <ul> <li>$56,415.00 - $84,063.00 </li></ul> <p>Non-Discrimination Statement</p> <p>Lawrence Public Schools is dedicated to maintaining a workplace and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination or participate in investigations.</p> <p>All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the required background check and availability of funding.</p> <p>Position : 384339001</p> <p>Location : SPARK ACADEMY</p> <p>Posting End : 12/31/9999</p> <p>Salary: $56,372.00-$84,063.00</p>