KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools, Westfield River Elementary School in Westfield, Massachusetts, is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher to join our elementary team. The teacher will implement district curriculum, develop lesson plans, and support diverse learners in an integrated setting.

The ideal candidate holds MA DESE licensure in Early Childhood (PreK-2 or PreK-3), has experience supporting students with disabilities, and can collaborate with families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Massachusetts DESE licensure for Early Childhood (PreK-2 or PreK-3) is required.
• Prior experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Teach pupils in an integrated setting using district curriculum as guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law and school policy.
• Collaborate with colleagues, students and parents as a liaison between home and school.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized and small-group instruction.
• Identify pupil needs and work with staff to support health, attitude, and learning goals.
• Supervise pupils during the school day and related activities.
• Communicate progress to parents through conferences and other means.
• Create engaging learning environments with displays and centers.
• Participate in curriculum development and school committees.

Education

MA DESE licensure in Early Childhood (PreK-2 or PreK-3)

Job description

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

Westfield Public Schools Westfield River Elementary School - Westfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5716453

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of authorized administrators shall:

• Teach pupils in an integrated setting utilizing course of study adopted by the Westfield Public Schools and appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, school policy and administrative regulations.
• Work cooperatively with colleagues, students and/or parents on a regular basis as a liaison between the home and school whenever necessary.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Identify pupil needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervise pupils in out of classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress and interpret the school program.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Building Principal and/or the Superintendent of Schools.

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

Position subject to grant funding.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 to $98,000 Per Year

Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Current and valid MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Early Childhood (PreK-2 or PreK-3)
  • Prior experience working with students with disabilities preferred.
  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is generally conducted within school building. Ability to travel throughout the school building is necessary. Position involves sitting and the ability to travel from one place to another within the classroom. Work is light in nature with regular lifting of up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds with some pulling and pushing or reaching above, generally of desk and file drawers. Frequent use of hands to operate keyboards and telephones and other office equipment. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required