KINDERGARTEN TEACHER HAY K Teacher

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Title: Kindergarten Teacher

Location:Josiah Haynes Elementary School

Reports to: Respective Building Principals

Position Summaries:

Josiah Hayes Elementary School is seeking a qualified Kindergarten Teacher to work collaboratively with the teams and be primarily responsible for the development of appropriate curricula, daily high quality instruction, and the on-going success of each and every student in the classroom.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of students from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds that possess a range of mental and emotional maturity;

• Provide group and individual instruction to motivate students and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities;

• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;

• Evaluate academic growth of students and maintain appropriate records;

• Participate in curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;

• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development;

• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards;

• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;

• Communicate effectively and consistently with students, families, and colleagues;

• Provide support, accommodations, and attention to all students;

• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to school improvement efforts;

• Ensure students are engaged and invested in the classroom and managing behavior;

• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Classification: SEA Unit Position

Work Year:183 days (1.0 FTE)

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience based on the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Position Type:

Full-time

Positions Available:

1

Welcome to Josiah Haynes Elementary School!

The Haynes School community embraces for core pillars: responsibility, respect, safety and kindness. In all that we do, we model and reinforce these values for one another. Every day, students engage in learning that is targeted to meet their needs, in an environment where every child feels supported. Community and excellence are the hallmarks of our school. Together we work to foster independence, responsibility and personal choice, while taking care of ourselves and each other. Teachers focus on student progress in Sudbury’s learning standards, while developing dynamic experiences in which students question, explore, make mistakes and find solutions. Since our opening over 60 years ago, Haynes has long been a pioneer in educational innovation, and has been recognized routinely for its education program. We know that learning is very much a social experience. To that end we focus on teaching students social competencies and how to develop and sustain healthy peer relationships.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sudbury Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Required; Master’s Degree preferred;

• Appropriate Massachusetts teaching licensure through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education;

• Ability to provide a structured, orderly, safe, and respectful school environment;

• A growth mindset that reflects an openness to change, willingness to problem-solve, and an interest in developing new ideas and programs;

• A willingness to engage with colleagues in constructive feedback to improve professional performance;

• Belief that every child can learn and the drive to help every child reach his or her potential;

• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced classroom/ school environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Massachusetts teaching licensure in Early Childhood Education, Students with and without Disabilities (PreK-2) through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI and fingerprinting clearance. All finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.

Deadline:

Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled. However, in order to ensure full consideration please submit all application material no later than July 31, 2019.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Company info

Sudbury Public Schools
Phone : 978-443-1093
Fax : 978-443-7513
Website : http://www.sudbury.k12.ma.us/