Anticipated Elementary Teacher (Grades 3-5) 2025-2026

Newton Public Schools; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher for grades 3-5 for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves creating a nurturing and developmentally appropriate learning environment, managing classroom behavior, and delivering engaging lessons across various subjects including English language arts, mathematics, and science. The ideal candidate will collaborate with fellow educators and engage with parents to support student progress. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners while contributing to a supportive educational community.

Qualifications

• Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education required.
• Demonstrated experience with elementary learning principles is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and deliver instruction within established curriculum guidelines.
• Manage student behavior to provide a safe and optimal classroom climate.
• Assess student progress towards learning targets and objectives.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Education

Job description

Anticipated Elementary Teacher (Grades 3-5) 2025-2026

In compliance with state and federal laws, Newton Public Schools is committed to equity, anti-racism, and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees, and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

SUMMARY

A teacher provides a developmentally appropriate educational program for students. 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

Required Qualifications

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

Desired Qualifications

• 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 children
• 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
• Provides targeted intervention to close student learning gaps
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings
• 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, talk, and listen. 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.

Physical Requirements

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