Elementary Classroom Teacher

Fall River Public Schools; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 59,491 - 105,164; Full time

Job summary

Fall River Public Schools in Massachusetts invites applications for an Elementary Teacher at Mary L. Fonseca Elementary School. The position requires an appropriate Massachusetts teaching license and a Bachelor's Degree.

You will teach all core subjects, develop lesson plans, and create engaging learning experiences. The district offers a salary range of $59,491 to $105,164 (Step 2 to Step 12) under the teachers’ contract, with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Massachusetts teaching license is required.
• Bachelor's degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches all subject areas using the district curriculum.
• Develops lesson plans and provides instruction to meet each pupil's needs.
• Translates lesson plans into engaging learning experiences.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior to create a productive learning environment.
• Evaluates student progress and communicates with families about progress.
• Collaborates with other staff to support pupil health, attitude and learning problems.
• Creates engaging displays and learning centers to enhance instruction.
• Pursues ongoing professional development as provided by the school department.
• Fulfills other responsibilities per the collective bargaining agreement.

Education

Massachusetts Teaching License

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 7/13/2026
• Location: Mary L. Fonseca Elementary School

POSITION

Elementary Teacher

QUALIFICATIONS

• Appropriate Massachusetts License Required
• Bachelor's Degree.

JOBS GOAL

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches all subject areas utilizing the course of study adopted by the School Committee.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small-group instruction in order to adapt the appropriate curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences in order to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school department and/or self-selected professional growth activities that will include course or activities related to instruction.
• All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee.

SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding. Salary ranges from $59,491-$105,164 from Step 2 to Step 12, Bachelor's Degree-CAGS/Doctorate Degree.

The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Postings current as of 7/16/2026 8:18:02 PM CST.

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