LTS - Grade 2 Elementary Teacher

Fitchburg School District•Fitchburg, MA

About The Position

The Elementary Teacher delivers high-quality instruction consistent with school district curriculum standards and requirements. The role provides learning experiences in the elementary grades guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, creates an environment conducive to learning, and supports students’ academic and social-emotional growth. Faculty responsibilities include classroom instruction; conferences with students, parents, and colleagues; and active participation in departmental curriculum development, activities, and pedagogy. The teacher plans and assesses curriculum and instruction, establishes clear objectives aligned with curriculum standards, differentiates instruction using the response to intervention (RTI) framework, and uses innovative approaches, instructional strategies, and technology to support student learning. The teacher monitors and supervises students, maintains classroom order, communicates with students, colleagues, and parents about academic and behavioral progress, and supports equitable learning opportunities for students, including students with special needs, students with 504 plans, and English learners. The position follows district policies and instructional standards, maintains required records, participates in meetings and activities, and develops professional competence through professional development and other activities that meet district expectations and recertification requirements. The teacher performs other assigned duties. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of NCBC fingerprinting and CORI before starting. Terms of employment, salary, and work year are negotiated by the Fitchburg School Committee and the Fitchburg Education Association. Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license in Elementary (1–6) or Early Childhood (PreK–2).
SEI Endorsement.
Knowledge of current education legislation and regulations.
Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children to problem-solve effectively.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, and ability to work with all stakeholders.
Commitment to increasing students’ personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to achieve the highest level of achievement for every student.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Provide elementary-grade learning experiences guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements, creating an environment conducive to student learning.
Monitor and supervise students through effective classroom management.
Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement.
Use innovative approaches, instructional strategies, and technology to increase student learning and confidence.
Follow professional practices consistent with district policies when working with students, parents, and colleagues.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy.
Maintain and improve professional competence through professional development and self-generated activities that meet district expectations and recertification requirements.
Plan and assess curriculum and instruction effectively.
Guide the learning process toward curriculum standards and establish clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate learning opportunities using the response to intervention (RTI) framework.
Implement the district’s mission, educational philosophy, instructional standards, and objectives.
Develop a schedule to meet and instruct assigned students in designated locations and at designated times.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by district policy and administrative regulation.
Assist administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct; establish reasonable classroom behavior rules and procedures and maintain order fairly and justly.
Maintain open communication with students, colleagues, and parents about assigned students’ academic and behavioral progress.
Promote equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable learning opportunities, including implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, students with 504 plans, and English learners.
Perform other duties assigned by the building principal or assistant principal.