Employment Opportunities

Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools careers page, where you can explore the many possibilities for working with the incredible students and families of our city.

For the most comprehensive, up-to-date listings of our employment opportunities you can visit either SchoolSpring and Indeed and simply enter “Lawrence Public Schools” in the search bar.

You may complete the entire process through the sites above, or you may apply using the application below.

Please note the following before starting the application:

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    • Phone Numbers: 999-999-9999
    • Date: mm-dd-yyyy
  • Applicants may confirm the receipt of their application by APS. Log into Applicant Tracking and select Applicant Profile from the menu on the left side of the screen.
  • All documents must be submitted prior to the completion of new hire paperwork. All new Hires will need to provide the following documents:
    • Social Security Card (cannot be laminated)
    • Valid Driver's License (or State ID)
    • I-9 documents (acceptable documents)
    • Transcripts (if applicable) or high school diploma
  • Additionally, if an applicant for employment meets the minimum entrance requirements, Lawrence Public Schools may review the following, if applicable:
    • Criminal Offender Record Information (C.O.R.I) and; Sex Offender Registry Information (S.O.R.I.) and; The Central Registry of Child Abuse/Neglect reports maintained in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51 B.
    • If an offer of employment is made to you, the Lawrence Public Schools may declare that the offer is contingent upon the successful results of a pre-employment screening, references, and a background check.
    • False information on the application will be cause for disqualification for employment or dismissal at any time during employment.
    • Thank you for your interest in Lawrence Public Schools.




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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Position: 343319010

Location: FROST SCHOOL

Posting End: 01/05/2026

Salary: $84,637.00


Job description:

Performance Responsibilities:
Evaluation:

1.To complete thorough and timely Occupational Therapy Assessment in the areas of motor performance, daily living skills, sensory integration and perception, neuromuscular development and pre-vocational skills.
a. Occupational Therapists will assess students referred for evaluation using appropriate testing instruments.
b. Occupational Therapists will write reports that reflect the results of standardized tests and observations that contain information helpful and understandable to all involved parties and....

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NURSE-LPN

Position: 322261001

Location: ARLINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Posting End: 01/21/2026

SALARY RANGE: $47,455.16-$63,199.08


Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Reports to: Director of Health Services
Location: Lawrence Public Schools
Job Type: This is a full-time salaried position

Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of suppor....

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TEACHER - ESL

Position: 310331023

Location: LEAHY SCHOOL

Posting End: 01/21/2026

Salary: $56,415.00-$84,063.00


Job Title: ESL Teacher
Reports to: Principal
Location: Leahy Elementary School
Job Type: Full-Time, School Year, Union Position

Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitore....

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TEACHER ELEMENTARY

Position: 301331024

Location: ARLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Posting End: 12/28/2025

SALARY RANGE: $56,415.00-$84,063.00


Overview:
About Lawrence Public Schools:

Lawrence Public Schools is an urban district, located 30 miles north of Boston, serving more than 13,000 students. We believe that school is the fundamental unit of change to see improved outcomes for students.

About Arlington Elementary School:

We envision an Arlington School community that ensures the lived experiences and identities of students, staff and families are seen and celebrated. We believe inclusion, equity, and empowerment will elevate both emotional and academic learning. We are committed to challenging stu....

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF STUDENT, FAMILY & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Position: 301798003

Location: COMMUNITY FAMILY STUDENT ENGAG

Posting End: 12/29/2025

Salary: $151,300.00-$151,300.00


Job Title: Executive Director, Office of Student, Family & Community Engagement
Department: Office of Student, Family & Community Engagement
Reports To: Superintendent
Location: Central Office
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt


Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools (LPS) is committed to empowering every student to excel on their path through college and/or career. Through transformative teaching and learning and deep family partnership, our schools are united in their purpose to prepare every student to drive change in their communities and shape....

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SCHOOL CULTURE SPEC

Position: 390737001

Location: RISE

Posting End: 01/21/2026

Salary: $36,859.00-$54,514.00


RISE Academy is an alternative high school within Lawrence Public Schools. RISE is a trauma-informed school, grounded in restorative justice, that values relationships and mutual respect with the belief that all students want to be successful in school. RISE students learn in a competency-based structure in an academic and social-emotional program that works to prepare students for an ever-changing world after high school.

We are seeking a School Culture Specialist to do the following:

Provide proactive, daily support to teachers, staff, and students to maintain high behav....

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LHS - TEACHER - JROTC

Position: 388389003

Location: 10TH GRADE ACADEMY

Posting End: 12/12/2025

SALARY RANGE: $53,181.00-$84,063.00


Req# 3007004-76
LHS - Teacher - JROTC

TEACHER - SPED

Position: 310423006

Location: LEAHY SCHOOL

Posting End: 12/14/2025

Salary: $56,415.00-$84,063.00


Job Title: SPED Teacher
Department: Teachers
Reports to: Principal
Location: Leahy Elementary School
Job Type: This is a full-time non-exempt salaried position

Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of....

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PRE K PARAPROFESSIONAL

Position: 314216018

Location: LAWLOR SCHOOL

Posting End: 01/25/2026

Salary: $25.51-$33.27


Job Title: Pre-Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Reports to: Principal
Location: Lawlor School
Job Type: Full-Time

Welcome to Lawrence Public Schools
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to ensuring that ALL students successfully master the content and skills necessary to graduate from high school, college, and/or career ready. We achieve this by providing a standards-based, rigorous instructional program focused on academic achievement and the development of 21st-century skills, accompanied by a comprehensive system of support. These efforts are monitored and assessed r....

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ASSISTANT WRESTLING COACH (2 POSITIONS)

Location: LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL

Posting End: 12/15/2025

Salary: $4,797.00-$6,750.00


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3007007-49 ASSISTANT WRESTLING COACH - (2 POSITIONS)

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