GRADE 5 TEACHER

Berlin-Boylston Regional School District; Berlin (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Berlin Memorial School in Berlin, MA seeks a Grade 5 teacher to deliver engaging instruction aligned with the MA DESE framework. The educator will foster reading, math, science, social studies, and language arts while supporting diverse learners.

The position requires MA Elementary Education licensure and a Bachelor’s Degree; residency or work eligibility. The successful candidate will collaborate with families and colleagues to maintain a positive, student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Elementary Education licensure required.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 1 year of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized instruction.
• Maintains standards of pupil behavior and a supportive learning environment.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and reports.
• Administers district standardized tests and participates in committees.

Skills

Reading instruction

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Education

Massachusetts Elementary Education licensure

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Berlin-Boylston Regional School District Berlin Memorial School - Berlin, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

GRADE 5 TEACHER

Berlin-Boylston Regional School District Berlin Memorial School - Berlin, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5943792

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 1, 2026

Job Description

The Berlin-Boylston Regional School District comprises three schools - two elementary schools and one middle-high school - which serve the residents of the towns of Berlin and Boylston Massachusetts. Berlin Elementary School is a learning community of approximately 235 students in PreK through Grade Five.

Responsibilities

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, and science, using the course of study adopted by the MA DESE and other appropriate learning activities


• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district


• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil


• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction


• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a supportive learning environment in the classroom


• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports


• Establish and maintain two-way communication 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 engaging displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers


• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities as assigned during the working day


• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program


• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities


• Other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Welcome to Berlin Memorial School

Berlin Memorial School is a beautiful Pre-K through Grade 5 school of 200 students nestled in the rural community of Berlin, MA. It is our mission to provide opportunities for students to achieve their personal best, become responsible and productive citizens, and embrace lifelong learning in a safe and positive environment. We believe all children can learn and excel with developmentally appropriate materials, practices, and strategies. We believe all children deserve a quality education that not only meets but exceeds standards.The Berlin-Boylston Regional Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, genetic information, homelessness or any other class protected by state or federal law.

Job Requirements

• The Educator should possess the following skills and attributes: Commitment to the academic and personal success of Berlin Memorial School students and families


• Current Elementary Education licensure in Massachusetts


• Bachelor’s Degree Required


• The ability to work cooperatively with a wide variety of adults


• SEI Endorsement


• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.


• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Christopher Terzigni , Principal of BMS


• 34 South St.


• Berlin, Massachusetts 01505


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]