Elementary Teacher Gr 3-5

Conservatory Lab Charter; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Conservatory Lab Charter School in Boston seeks an Elementary Teacher for grades 3-5 who is passionate about teaching and developing curriculum that connects students to the community. As an Expeditionary Learning school, we value collaborative planning, ongoing coaching, and reflection to improve practice.

The role centers on team-based curriculum aligned to MA standards, regular data-driven instruction, and strong family communication, with weekly professional development and daily planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach curriculum aligned to MA standards and Expeditionary Learning.
• Develop assessments in grade level teams to measure progress toward standards.
• Nurture high academic expectations and engage all students with diverse strategies.
• Incorporate direct instruction, small group work, projects, and cooperative learning.
• Communicate regularly with parents/caregivers about student progress.
• Collaborate with grade teams and support staff to differentiate instruction.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Elementary Teacher Gr 3-5

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1277

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

Conservatory Lab Charter School seeks teachers who are passionate about teaching, learning and developing curriculum that captures students’ interests and connects them to the community. As an Expeditionary Learning school, we seek innovative, collaborative, and community-oriented educators who desire to build a unique culture and improve practice through reflection, professional development, and coaching. Conservatory teachers work in teams to ensure that the school’s academic standards are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with MA standards. The school provides professional development integrated into the schedule every Wednesday, as well as daily opportunities to meet and plan with colleagues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach curriculum that is aligned with the academic standards of the school and the State of Massachusetts, as well as Expeditionary Learning practices
• Develop assessments in grade level teams that measure progress toward the academic standards
• Nurture, maintain, and communicate high academic expectations for all students
• Incorporate direct instruction, small group work, projects, and cooperative learning to engage all students
• Work in collaboration with grade level team and support staff to problem solve and identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs and close achievement gaps by linking assessment to instruction.
• Collaborate with support staff to develop instructional techniques and create classroom environments that align with the school’s curriculum
• Identify student needs and partner with support staff in assessing and supporting students’ health, social, and academic improvements
• Maintain regular communication with parents/caregivers about student progress
• Collaborate with other personnel at the school
• Articulate school culture, vision, and mission to students and parents
• Share responsibility for celebrating grade level and school-wide activities
• Build a safe and supportive classroom culture, by teaching and overseeing daily “crew” to support community building and social emotional learning; Serve on school-wide teams and committees as needed
• Reflect on practice, using feedback from coaching and instructional team to refine practice and improve student learning
• Participate in regular sessions to look at student work (LASW), analyze data, and plan collaboratively
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred:

• 2-3 years of experience working with urban youth
• Master’s Degree and certification SEI endorsement
• Experience in inclusion or Special needs classrooms