Elementary Classroom Teacher-Grade- 5

About the role

The Springfield Public Schools seeks a dedicated educator to join our team. This position involves meeting and instructing assigned classes, planning a curriculum that meets individual student needs, creating a supportive learning environment, and assessing student progress.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interest, and abilities of the students.
• Guides the learning process towards the achievement of established district curriculum goals.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs of the students.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required, and communicates with parents at deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Diagnostics the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals, and makes written evaluations as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements but also satisfies personal expectations as a professional.
• Takes an active part in the contractually-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
• Attend established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.
• Contribute to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Qualifications

• Highly qualified with required competency in the content area;
• Appropriate content/program area educator license (Elementary) and grade level (1-6) licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;
• Bachelor’s Degree with appropriate license; or Master’s Degree with appropriate content area license preferred and/or expected within 5 years.

Benefits

The Springfield Public Schools offers competitive salaries and benefits, professional development opportunities, and career advancement and educational pipeline programs.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the posted job description.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the posted job description.

Skills

The skills needed for this role include a commitment to education, ability to plan and implement a curriculum, and proficiency in using various instructional techniques and media.

Benefits

The Springfield Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Contact Information

If you believe you are a good fit for this position, please contact Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com. For more information about the district and how to apply, visit our website at www.springfieldpublicschools.com.