Science Teacher (Grades 9–12) – Winthrop House

About Winthrop House

Winthrop House is a therapeutic substantially separate program within Brookline High School designed to support students with social-emotional behavioral and learning needs. The program provides a structured relationship-centered environment with small class sizes individualized supports and integrated clinical services. Winthrop House emphasizes skill-building in self-regulation executive functioning and academic engagement while maintaining alignment with Brookline High Schools rigorous academic standards and graduation requirements.

Position Overview
Winthrop House is seeking a dynamic and flexible Science Teacher to serve students in grades 912. The ideal candidate is collaborative student-centeredandcan deliver standards-based science instruction across multiple content areas while supporting diverse learning and therapeutic needs.

This position requires teaching four science subject areas aligned with grade-level offerings including Physics Chemistry Biology and Current Topics in Science within a supportive and structured classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver differentiated standards-aligned instruction in high school science courses including Physics Chemistry Biology and Current Topics in Science
• Adapt curriculum instruction and assessment to meet a wide range of academic levels and learning profiles
• Create a safe predictable and engaging classroom environment that supports students social-emotional and behavioral needs
• Implement IEP accommodations and modifications in collaboration with special education and clinical staff
• Use data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team including related service providers counselors and administrators
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and needs
• Support students in developing executive functioning self-regulation and independence skills
• Participate in team meetings professional development and program-wide initiatives

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching licensure in Moderate Disabilities (PreK8 or 512) required
• Certification in at least two science content areas (e.g. Biology Chemistry Physics General Science) required
• Demonstrated ability to teach multiple science disciplines at the high school level
• Experience working with students with disabilities and/or therapeutic needs strongly preferred
• Strong skills in differentiation classroom management and relationship-building
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a therapeutic educational setting
• Commitment to equity inclusion and culturally responsive teaching practices

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to obtain and maintain QBS/Safety-Care certification (training provided)

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to supporting students academic and social-emotional growth within a highly supportive public school setting.

Required Experience:

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