Working at MPS

Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent over 60 different countries and speak more than 65 different languages. As the most diverse public school district in Massachusetts, we believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. Our students enjoy coursework in core subjects, a variety of exploratory options, such as visual arts, theater, music, world languages, and STEM; they participate in a variety of sports and extracurricular options, including a robust Unified Sports program.

At Malden Public Schools, we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for all students, teachers, and staff. All staff are invited to collaboratively make sense of our challenges and solve problems together and we believe in including people in decisions that impact them.

Malden Public Schools prides itself on embracing growth in every child and also in every staff member. We work to challenge each individual to reach their fullest potential, supported by our amazing team of administrator and our active community. Everyone at Malden Public Schools wants you to succeed!

Malden Public Schools is dedicated to doing right by all kids. We center the needs of all our students, including students with disabilities and English Learners, in all of our decisions. We have a commitment provide every student with what they need to be prepared for whatever they choose to do in the future.

We are committed to providing staff with  a multitude of professional development opportunities from year 1. Staff members are also eligible for partial reimbursement of graduate classes.

View current negotiated agreements for units A, B, and C to see salary schedules and benefits:

Unit A 2022-2025 Agreement

Unit B 2022-2025 Contract

Unit C 2022-2025 Contract

The Malden Early Learning Center (ELC) has been the educational ground breaker for the children of Malden for over 20 years. The ELC has been providing children from diverse backgrounds ages 3- 5 years old with a robust educational experience. Using the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) preschool standards as a foundation for success, the staff works to develop our students’ academic, social, and emotional skills. We strive to ensure the time our students spend at the ELC is fun, engaging, and full of a variety of learning opportunities. Play is a big part of learning. Throughout the school day, children are provided times to develop their play skills and social skills. Staff actively fosters an environment where play is essential to learning. Staff employs both a supportive structured environment as well as helping students develop their independence through play. The ELC has an indoor play space, gym, and an outdoor playground. 

The ELC serves over 250 preschool students annually, offering a range of programs from inclusion to intensive learning, all guided by a team of 22 dedicated teachers. Each classroom is supported by a group of educational professionals, formerly known as paraprofessionals, who work closely with students and teachers to foster a dynamic, language-rich environment. To enhance learning, the ELC provides every student with the opportunity to explore Music, Art, and Physical Education, enriching their educational experience.

The ELC staff prioritizes family engagement, taking a collaborative approach to ensure every child’s needs are met. Strong partnerships between teachers and parents are maintained through parent-teacher conferences, Class Dojo, phone calls, and emails, keeping families informed about their child’s progress. Beyond the classroom, families actively contribute to the school community by volunteering as mystery readers, participating in the ELC PTO, and joining the school council. All families are welcomed and encouraged to be part of the ELC experience.

The ELC is proud to serve a diverse community, remaining committed to honoring and celebrating the uniqueness of every student and family.

• Location: The Early Learning Center (ELC) is located at 240 Mountain Ave. in central Malden.
• Hours: Full Day Session: 8:00- 2:00, Morning Session: 8:00- 11:00, Afternoon Session: 11:30- 2:00 Students may attend 5- Days (M-F), 3- Days (M, W, F) or 2- Days (T- Th).

The Beebe School is driven by the mission of supporting and fostering an educational, communal environment that results in the development of students who are literate in all subject areas, experienced in current technologies, who think critically, behave ethically, lead healthy lives, and assume the responsibilities of citizenship in a multicultural society. The Beebe School is dedicated to the belief that all students are entitled to a high quality public education consisting of a rigorous curriculum with high standards and expectations for all students. Our staff strives to instruct students to be independent thinkers and enthusiastic learners. Students are encouraged to think deeply and critically about important ideas and problems across all content areas, effectively communicating their thoughts orally and in writing, developing an interest and deep understanding in mathematics, science, technology and the arts.

Our vision is to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students to cultivate a lifelong joy of learning, achieve their academic potential, and engage as compassionate global citizens. We will continue to use our data (especially everyday data) to inform instruction and support in an effort to make all learning visible – to be a school where we embrace, respect, and learn from the diversity we strongly value. We strive to be a school where we all promote and value creative thinking, risk taking, curiosity, and perseverance. A place where students’ academic, physical, civic, and social-emotional growth is fostered through the use of technology, inquiry, and 21st century skills.

The school serves just over 900 students in grades Kindergarten through 8.

• Location: The Beebe school is located at 401 Pleasant Street in West Malden, less than 2 miles from I-93.
• Hours: Students in grades K-6 are in class from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm and students in grades 7-8 are in class from 8:00 am to 2:20pm.

The Ferryway School is one of the five K-8 schools in Malden. At Ferryway School, we envision a cohesive and inclusive learning community where students, staff, and families collaborate to foster academic excellence, personal growth, and lifelong success. Rooted in integrity, empathy, and strong relationships, our commitment to our students ensures a nurturing environment where every child feels like they belong and can thrive. Through our shared values of Respect, Integrity, Scholarship, and Empathy (RISE), we empower students to take accountability for their education, build meaningful connections, and celebrate diversity. We aim to create a culture where every individual feels valued and supported, promoting not only academic success but also personal growth and inclusivity.

The school serves just over 900 students in grades Kindergarten through 8.

• Location: The Ferryway school is located at 150 Cross Street in South-Central Malden, on the border with Everett.
• Hours: Students in grades K-6 are in class from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm and students in grades 7-8 are in class from 8:00 am to 2:20pm.

The Forestdale School’s goal is to be a model of continuous growth – academically, socially, and emotionally. We strive to create an environment where students feel supported, challenged and cared for with the ultimate goal of supporting students to think critically, be responsible citizens, and lead caring and purposeful lives. We also aim to create an environment where families feel safe and supported, welcomed and engaged in school activities and events, and want to participate in…Our educators are committed to continuous growth and improvement with the goal of implementing differentiated lessons that meet all of our student needs as well as promote inclusive practices.

The Forestdale School’s motto is that we have “P.R.I.D.E.,” which stands for positivity, respect, independence, dedication and excellence. Our school embraces these values and works to maintain and strengthen their learning community every day to have PRIDE in our Forestdale Falcon community!

The school serves nearly 550 students in grades Kindergarten through 8.

• Location: The Forestdale school is located at 74 Sylvan Street in North Malden, on the border with Melrose.
• Hours: Students in grades K-6 are in class from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm and students in grades 7-8 are in class from 8:00 am to 2:20pm.

The Linden S.T.E.A.M Academy is a K-8 Innovation School within the Malden Public School District that creates a personalized learning experience using small group and differentiated instruction to inspire all students towards becoming college and career ready. Our students experience STEM classes in our new Makerspace and Robotics lab.

We partner with various organizations and universities in the Boston area in order to bring a rich and diverse set of offerings in the arts and sciences. All of our students participate in a yearly Exhibition Night, where their work is on display for the Malden and Linden communities, as students conduct Presentations of Learning to demonstrate their understanding and growth. Our school uses the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) model to support the students’ social and emotional growth throughout our school community. We have also partnered with Communities for Restorative Justice to help build community within our building and support our PBIS.

The school serves just over 800 students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade.

• Location: The Linden school is located at 29 Wescott Street in East Malden, on the border with Saugus and Revere.
• Hours: Students in grades K-6 are in class from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm and students in grades 7-8 are in class from 8:00 am to 2:20pm.

The Salemwood School is one of the largest and most diverse K-8 schools in the city of Malden. Our school prides itself on our international diversity; our families speak over 34 different languages.

At Salemwood, we work in partnership with our parents and caregivers to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment. Our aim is to provide all children with a sense of belonging and access to the academic, social, and emotional resources they need to attain their full potential and to become successful, independent, and culturally-proficient members of our community and our world.  We are proud to serve families from every Malden neighborhood and from over 30 different countries.   We view positive engagement and respectful behavior as skills that can be taught and we work as a community to help our students develop a respect for self and others, a sense of civic responsibility, and an appreciation for people with diverse origins, identities, beliefs, and learning styles.

The school values the culture and beliefs that each child brings to the classroom, and teachers believe that children must engage with their world in order to make sense of it and build their knowledge. Each student is expected to take responsibility for his/her/their own learning, while collaborating, supporting, and respecting others. Teachers provide learning experiences that guide and capture our student’s interests while at the same time helping them to develop literacy and math skills, think critically, problem solve, and engage in rich scientific and historical inquiry.  We embraced the PBIS framework which focuses on positive behavior management and allows us to strengthen our high expectations and respect for all in our school community.  Our mascot is the Shark: Safe, Helpful, Attentive, Respectful and Kind.

At Salemwood, we are deeply committed to creating and fostering a learning environment where student achievements are celebrated, learning styles are complimented and cultural diversity is the true inspirational beacon.  These commitments of pure devotion are common threads of our Salemwood School community.

The school serves just over 1000 students in grades Kindergarten-Grade 8.

• Location: The Salemwood school is located at 529 Salem Street in Malden.
• Hours: Students in grades K-6 are in class from 8:15 am to 2:15 pm and students in grades 7-8 are in class from 8:00 am to 2:20pm.

Malden High School is committed to providing all students with a diverse, student-centered, and rigorous curriculum that is adaptable enough to reach all learning styles and needs. We do this through offering a wide variety of academic and enrichment opportunities. As an urban school, it is our great pride that we are among the leaders in Advanced Placement courses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We have continued to work closely with the BARR Foundation to complete a comprehensive review of academic offerings, instruction, curriculum, student data, and school-wide focus on areas of need. As a result of the data collected, we have focused on improving the transition from middle school to high school, as well as establishing a vision for MHS and its students as they move through high school and prepare for college and career. We have also continued our work to help us move towards increasing our Student Growth Percentile (SGP) in ELA and Math MCAS.

Malden High School offers a wide variety of enrichment opportunities for students, including division 1 varsity, junior varsity, and freshman level athletics, robust theater, choral, and band programs, and over 70 clubs and organizations. We recognize a need to serve the many new English Language Learners in our population and are regularly examining a variety of programs and methods to better serve them to ensure academic success.

The school serves just under 1,900 students in grades 9-12.

• Location: Malden High School is located at 77 Salem Street in central Malden.
• Hours: Students are in class from 7:45 am to 2:15 pm.

In Malden, ILP is designed for students diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/ Developmental Delay who require intensive, specially designed and heavily modified instruction to access the curriculum, as well as intensive support in all aspects of navigating their school days.

The RISE Program is designed for students diagnosed with an Emotional Disability and focuses on teaching students evidence-based behavioral and emotional regulation, problem-solving and coping skills to manage intense feelings throughout the school-day. Through a combination of behavioral health clinical interventions and special education instruction, this program focuses on Social-Emotional Learning to help students prepare for their next educational environment.

The Pathways Program is an alternative-education program located within Malden High School. It serves students that are over age and undercredited. This program is open to students with and without disabilities. Every student enrolled in the Pathways Program is a Malden High School student and will earn a Malden High School diploma. The Pathways Program offers students different opportunities to earn credits and gain confidence in themselves and their academics. Curricula and instruction are aligned with the state curriculum frameworks, in not only the subject areas currently assessed by the MCAS, but in all areas on which students are expected to learn. We believe each student is a unique and talented individual who will be provided the opportunity to succeed. We work with each student individually to design a plan to help them reach their goals. 

The PACE Program is a program designed for students in who have moderate to severe disabilities across various developmental domains  (i.e. cognitive, academic, communication, fine motor, gross motor, and social). The program primarily focuses on functional academics, community skills, activities of daily living,  and social skills development. Students are taught with a modified curriculum  aligned to both the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, and with the school district curricula.

The Language-Based Program is an instructional model designed for students with a Specific Learning Disability in reading and/or a Language-based Learning Disability. These students have average reasoning skills but require a multi-sensory approach to support their reading, writing, listening, speaking and organizational skills.  In all content areas, through a language-based teaching approach, students are provided with a highly structured rules-based instructional methodology that focuses on oral and visual techniques to support language processing and production.