STEM/PLTW Teacher (Grades 6-8)

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Nantucket Public Schools Job Description STEM/PLTW Teacher (1.0) Cyrus Peirce School (Grades 6-8) Job Summary: Nantucket Public Schools seeks [1] dynamic Science/Engineering for the Cyrus Peirce Middle School (grades 6-8) for the 2026-27 academic year. The purpose of the STEM Encore position is to provide additional opportunities for students to engage in STEM design thinking. The STEM Specialist will facilitate hands-on STEM electives using Project Lead the Way Curriculum as well as local community extensions to add relevancy to Nantucket. Minimum Requirements: Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks (Science and Technology/Engineering) Bachelor’s Degree MA certification or the ability to be certified in General Science (5-8) or Middle School Math/Science (5-8) or Technology/Engineering (5-12) Ideal Candidate: Experience in middle school science and technology/engineering teaching Passion for teaching science and technology/engineering Strong knowledge of how to design instruction for three dimensional learning in science Ability to assess learning using a variety of methods Strong foundation in student-centered and culturally responsive pedagogy Knowledge of differentiated instruction and response to intervention Excellent classroom management skills SEI endorsement Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators Essential Functions: Demonstrating appropriate long and short term preparation for classroom instruction using PLTW units and lessons as well as developing opportunities that extend the learning into the Nantucket community Arranging for guest speakers and/or field trips Attending PLTW professional development prior to facilitating each new PLTW unit Holding high expectations for all students and serving as a facilitator of student learning Organizing and using a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, materials, and technology to maximize the learning of each student, individually and in group settings Continuously assessing student progress, providing students and parents with specific feedback, and using the results to adjust instruction as needed Collaborating with colleagues to examine student data, plan curriculum, and ensure appropriate learning experiences for all students Completing other duties and professional responsibilities determined by administration Contact Information: Michael Horton CPS Principal Nantucket Public Schools hortonm@npsk.org 508-228-7283 x 1401 Amanda Bardsley Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Nantucket Public Schools bardsleya@npsk.org 508-228-7285 x 1152

Salary : $77,425 - $136,801