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Methuen Public Schools

Job ID: 5843510

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

The availability of this position is contingent upon sufficient funding and enrollment.

TITLE: Computer Science Teacher – Methuen High School

DATE OF OPENING: 2026-2027 School Year

SALARY: $60,253 - $113,226

OUR MISSION:

Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7000 in a total of five schools. Methuen Public Schools has four PK-8 schools: the Comprehensive Grammar School, the Marsh Grammar School, the Tenney Grammar School, the Timony Grammar School, and one comprehensive high school: Methuen High School. We are a diverse sub-urban/urban community and designated a Gateway City. Our schools celebrate diversity and acceptance of students and families from differing backgrounds. We are committed to setting high expectations of all students and faculty in Methuen Public Schools. Methuen Public Schools students will achieve academic, social-emotional, and civic success. They will attain technological, cultural, and social knowledge to allow them to succeed in college and careers. Students will inspire the community through citizenship, leadership, and their commitment to lifelong learning.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in the area of Vocational Teacher-Information Support & Services Cluster- Programming and Web Development with SEI Endorsement is required. Training and experience in the field of Computer Science, Programming and Web Development, Support and Services, and Networking. Additional content area license is encouraged.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

At least a Bachelor's Degree in the area of major study. Master’s degree preferred.

Bilingual preferred - Primary languages spoken in the community are: English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

• Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form;
• Use evidence-based research practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
• Work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Methuen School policies (as long as the policies do not conflict with the Methuen Educators Association (Unit A) Contract)
• Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner
• Maintain appropriate confidential records
• React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.)
• Operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google and use instructional technology appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology
• Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting.
• Strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a high demand position.
• Knowledge of specialized content area as well as any related laws and procedures.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.

Creates a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, in order to communicate these objectives to students.

Employs best instructional methods (i.e. Universal Design for Learning) and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.

Communicates with colleagues, students, and or parents on a regular basis.

Adheres to all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom.

Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and or volunteer(s).

Attends staff meetings and serves on staff and or school committees.

Participate in staff development programs.

REPORTS TO: Department Chairperson and Supervising Principal. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Covered under Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

Please note that the District reserves the right to transfer all personnel among buildings on an as needed basis to serve the best interests of all students as long as this does not conflict with the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

Methuen Public Schools is committed to establishing a diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment focused on teaching and learning. A team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our students better. We welcome all qualified applicants.

The Methuen School District is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.

The Methuen Public Schools prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, gender identity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation and ensures that all students and employees have equal rights of access and equal enjoyment of the opportunities, advantages, privileges and courses of study.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Anthony Curet , Supervising Principal
• 1 Ranger Road
• Methuen, Massachusetts 01844
• Phone: (978) 722-6040
• Email: aycuret@methuen.k12.ma.us