Librarian/Media Teacher - Charlton Street Elementary School

Southbridge Public Schools•Southbridge, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Southbridge Public Schools serve approximately 2,000 students across six schools and are undergoing a significant transformation with support from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, showing measurable gains in student achievement and school culture. Recognized as a Gold-Level PBIS District, the district is proud of student academic growth and positive momentum across K-12. This progress is driven by dedicated educators, high-quality curriculum, targeted professional development, and a strong commitment to students. The district believes in the potential of all learners, even those facing challenges, and fosters a collaborative, learning-focused, student-centered environment. They are seeking committed, reflective educators ready to make a meaningful difference and grow within a dedicated team. The Librarian/Media Teacher will create a flexible elementary grade program and a conducive learning environment, establish rapport with students, motivate them to develop foundational skills, and build strong relationships with parents and staff. This role reports to the Building Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License
Hold a valid Massachusetts SEI Endorsement OR Grade-level appropriate ESL License
Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified
Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in urban, high-poverty, and/or turnaround schools
Major/minor in specific teaching content area
Additional certification in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities and/or English Language Learners (ESL)
Demonstrated experience in English Language Development (ELD) and Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) strategies strongly preferred
Bilingual language proficiency (Spanish/English) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science according to Massachusetts Curriculum Standards
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects.
Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc
Follows PBIS a code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established administrative policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth; Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
Maintains professional competence through in-service Professional Development activities
Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator in fulfilling teacher evaluation procedures
Supervises students in hallways, recess areas, and lunchroom during the school day
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with state testing program
Attend established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Open House) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers’ contract.