26-27 Grade 4 Teacher
Position Summary
The teacher in the Somerville Public Schools maintains the safety, care, and wellbeing of the students that they are charged with. They have an understanding of child and youth development and provide opportunities for learning and social and emotional development following the standards, scope, and sequence of grade level and content areas. The teacher in SPS holds high expectations for every student and strives to know each student’s unique learning strengths and needs. The teacher uses differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable and meaningful access to the curriculum and learning for all students.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Plans units and lessons and delivers instruction aligned to State standards and district curriculum.
Provides ongoing formative and summative assessments and analyzes assessment data in order to determine learning needs of students.
Adapts curriculum and instruction to teach all students according to their varied learning strengths and needs.
Establishes and maintains culturally responsive and two-way communication with parents, guardians, and caregivers.
Collaborates with other educators for the delivery of specialized instruction and/or social and emotional support according to students’ needs.
Follows the guidance and direction of the School Principal and other school and district administrators to maintain a safe, welcoming, culturally affirming, and equitable learning environment.
Participates in professional growth opportunities, reflects on current practices, and incorporates new methodologies into instructional planning and delivery.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities & Skills
Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position
DESE SEI endorsement Required
Bilingual Educator Preferred
Physical Requirements
Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, and navigating stairs.
Lifting/Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment).
Physical Dexterity: Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students.
Stationary Tasks: Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.
Terms of Employment
Position Type: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Union Status: SEU, Unit A
Pre-Employment Requirements
MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance
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