Kindergarten Teacher
$60,253–$113,226 year
On-siteMethuen, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Plan a program of study that meets individual student needs and establish clear objectives for lessons and units. Create a safe, conducive classroom environment and employ best instructional methods like Universal Design for Learning. Guide the learning process toward curriculum goals while communicating with students, parents, and colleagues on a regular basis. Develop classroom behavior rules, maintain order, and supervise teacher aides or volunteers. Plan and implement purposeful assignments, attend staff meetings, and participate in staff development programs. React professionally to unpredictable situations and use instructional technology to facilitate student learning. Maintain confidential records and adhere to all district policies, state laws, and federal regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Massachusetts Teaching license in Early Childhood, PK-2 or PK-3 with SEI Endorsement
- At least a Bachelor's Degree in the area of major study
- Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
- Use evidence-based research practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community
- Work independently, prioritize tasks and manage several projects simultaneously
- Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Methuen School policies
- Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner
- Maintain appropriate confidential records
- React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations
- Operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google and use instructional technology appropriately
- Strong collaborative, teaching, coaching and leadership skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of specialized content area as well as any related laws and procedures
- Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students
Desired Qualifications
- Additional content area license
- Master's degree
- Bilingual - Primary languages spoken in the community are: English, Spanish, Arabic, and French
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