Summary:

• An elementary teacher provides a developmentally appropriate educational program for students in the appropriate elementary grade. The teacher is responsible for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators to improve instruction; and engaging parents/guardians in conversations with regard to instructional programs and student progress.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Master’s Degree in Education
• Demonstrated experience with elementary learning principles

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Creates and maintains an effective and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children in classroom
• Manages student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate
• Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities to improve instruction and become up to date on district initiatives
• Assesses student progress towards learning targets, objectives, and expectations
• Collects data to document student progress and aid in planning
• Provides feedback on progress to students, parents, and administration
• Holds parent conferences in the fall and spring to discuss individual student progress
• Instructs students in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and an anti-bullying curriculum
• Prepares daily lessons and activities
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Provides targeted intervention to close student learning gaps
• Differentiates for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual need
• Collaborates with instructional staff and colleagues to improve student outcomes
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional and learning problems
• Follows specific standards, policies, and procedures of the building and the district
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings
• Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students
• Responsible for implementing “other job related duties” as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job the teacher is frequently required to kneel, stoop, bend, and crouch. The teacher is periodically required to stand; while talking and listening. The teacher is occasionally required to sit; walk; lift; or carry. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Rarely absent or late unless the situation is of an emergency nature.

• Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.