High School Biology Teacher (Leave of Absence)

WAYLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

JOB POSTING

Title: High School Biology Teacher (Leave of Absence)

Position Summary: Wayland Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and nurturing Spanish Teacher to join our team. This position is for November 13, 2026 - January 4, 2027. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of our adolescent learners.

Duties and Responsibilities (Not limited to): 

• Teach 2 sections of AP Biology and 2 sections of Honors Anatomy & Physiology (11th & 12th graders);
• Create an environment of belonging in the classroom that is conducive to students’ growth as learners and community members;
• Embrace the diversity of the students and ensure that they all have equitable opportunities for learning and belonging;
• Provide appropriate learning experiences in applicable content/skill areas and SEL, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements;
• Hold high expectations for all students, provide appropriate support, and serve as a facilitator of student learning;
• Actively participate in the accomplishment of the goals and priorities of the department;
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the Academic Support coordinator, school counselors, administrators, teachers, special educators, METCO liaison, and/or parents/caretakers to provide and monitor appropriate supports for students;  
• Work with district and school leadership to combat systemic barriers that limit student, family, and staff members’ equitable access to opportunity;
• Any other relative duties as assigned.

Experience (preferred, but not required): 

• Experience working with students with academic struggles and/or disabilities/special abilities preferred
• Experience working with students who are English language learners preferred
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) and PowerSchool preferred, but will train the right candidate
• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in secondary education or content area required, Masters degree preferred; 
• Experience: Previous experience working with high school-aged children is highly preferred.
• Cultural Competency: Experience with diverse populations and a strong commitment to Wayland’s goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Professionalism: Strong communication skills and the personal characteristics necessary to serve as a positive role model for students.

Education and Experience: 

• DESE Licensure: Must hold valid Massachusetts licensure in relevant content area 
• SEI Endorsement: Evidence of Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement is mandatory.

Work Schedule and Compensation: 

• Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Wayland Public Schools (WPS) provides a desirable benefits package for full-time employees which include: health, employer sponsored Health Savings Account, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, 403(b), Dependent Care Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, and participation in retirement pension boards.

WPS is an equal opportunity employer committed to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and of their labors and will take action to ensure that any individual within the District who is responsible for hiring and/or personnel supervision understands that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, ancestry, military status, disability or pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability. WPS is proudly a member district of the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive and equitable educational community. WPS encourages candidates of all backgrounds and seeks applicants who prioritize and value diversity, equity, and belonging.