Teacher - Elementary Gr. 2 (Long-Term Substitute) [Broadmeadow Elementary] (SY23-24)
Full Time
Needham, MA 02492
Posted
Job description
Needham Public Schools
Needham, Massachusetts
Job Details
Job ID: 4235989
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Re-posted : April 28, 2023
Starting Date: August 28, 2023
Job Description
This posting is for a long-term substitute position starting at the beginning of the SY23-24 school year and ending November 22, 2023.
Broadmeadow Elementary School is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm educator to join our team. Diverse candidates, especially those from historically marginalized and silenced groups such as educators of color, are highly encouraged to apply.
Position: Grade 2 Teacher
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the teacher facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documents teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; address specific educational needs of individual students and by creating flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities:
Essential Performance Responsibilities:
- Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Needham Public Schools.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other elementary staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment and maintain inventory records.
- Supervises students in activities that take place outside the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
- Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Additional Duties:
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Understanding and application of Culturally Responsive teaching and willing to create strong connections with students and families.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to organize, coordinate work and work collaboratively with grade level team
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Qualifications:
- Certification/License: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as an elementary teacher.
- Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to a teaching assignment.
- Master's Degree in a related area preferred.
Application and Selection Process:
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license, and transcripts have been attached to your online application. All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.
Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license, and transcripts have been attached to your online application. All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.
Compensation and Benefits:
Please review the Unit A Contract and this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.
The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. In addition, students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.
Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 2
- Job Categories : Classroom Teacher > Elementary
Instructional Support > Substitute
Job Requirements
- No experience required
Contact Information
Lisa Tedeschi
1330 Highland Avenue
Needham, Massachusetts 02492
Phone: 781-455-0400
Email:
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