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Acera: The Massachusetts School of Science, Creativity and Leadership is an independent K–9 school for gifted students where teaching innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our mission, we empower students to take ownership of their learning through inquiry-driven, interdisciplinary projects that foster creativity, systems thinking, and a deep love of discovery. Our educators design learning experiences that are flexible, student-led, and connected to real-world challenges—fueling curiosity and cultivating the innovators and leaders of tomorrow.
We are an equal opportunity employer and actively seek to build a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome individuals of all races, genders, religions, family structures, sexual orientations, economic backgrounds, and cultural identities. Our school culture is grounded in respect, open dialogue, and collaboration.
We seek passionate educators, administrators, and staff who are excited to challenge conventional models of education, and who are eager to co-create learning experiences that ignite students’ curiosity and potential—both inside and outside the classroom.
If you’re inspired to join a mission-driven school transforming education, explore our current employment opportunities below or contact us at [email protected].
We seek a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our Finance team. This role supports key accounting functions within a mission-driven, fast-paced environment. The position reports to the Director of Finance and is primarily remote with flexible scheduling.
We seek an organized, systems-minded and supportive full-time Operations Assistant. Apply your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to connect with children and families to help our school thrive each day. In this role, you’ll support daily operations, maintain school records, and provide a warm, welcoming presence for students and families. You’ll work collaboratively with our community to foster a culture of joyful learning where children can become their best selves.
We seek a dynamic, innovative, and passionate full-time Assistant Teacher. The candidate will be responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to teach in support of the school’s mission and curricular goals. The ideal candidate possesses creative problem-solving skills, a sense of humor, enthusiasm for designing innovative curriculum, is a self-starter with a can-do approach, and has strong interpersonal skills that allow them to cooperate and collaborate effectively with others.
We’re looking for a Part-time Literacy Specialist to join our progressive, student-centered community at Acera. This educator will bring deep expertise in reading and writing development, with a strong background in supporting diverse learners—including but not limited to students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, language-based learning differences, executive functioning challenges, and giftedness/twice-exceptionality.
We’re looking for a Literacy & Learning Specialist to join our progressive, student-centered community at Acera. This educator will bring deep expertise in special education as well as reading and writing development, with a strong background in supporting diverse learners—including but not limited to students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, language-based learning differences, executive functioning challenges, and giftedness/twice-exceptionality.
We’re looking for a part-time Learning Specialist with expertise in special education to join our progressive, student-centered community at Acera. This educator will bring a wealth of experience in understanding and supporting neurodiverse learners—including but not limited to those with ADHD, autism spectrum, dyslexia, dysgraphia, executive functioning challenges, and giftedness/twice-exceptionality.