Teacher - General Education - Title Reading

Teacher – General Education – Title I Reading

Chicopee Public Schools – Stefanik Elementary School – Chicopee, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 24 2026

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $55,395 to $97,700 per year

The primary function of a teacher is to deliver the district curriculum in multiple ways that increase student learning and achievement.

• Teach elementary school students academic, social, and motor skills through the delivery of the district curriculum.
• Prepare class objectives and outlines that align with the district approved curriculum.
• Prepare, administer, correct, and analyze student assessments.
• Utilize the conclusions derived from assessment analysis to develop lessons.
• Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors.
• Manage his/her class as well as other students wherever those students may be located, whether on campus or off‑campus events.
• Identify students with academic issues and refer those students to appropriate service providers.
• Regularly inform parents or guardians of their students’ academic performance and behavior.
• Maintain records, attendance, and grades as required by the school.
• Plan, organize, and deliver differentiated instruction in an appropriate manner consistent with district curriculum.
• Provide timely feedback to students, parents, and guardians on evaluations.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies that promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking skills.
• Strive to maintain a learning environment that is both physically and emotionally safe.
• Effectively and regularly communicate with fellow staff members and school administration.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal, school administration, or superintendent of schools.

• Assist in the communication and enforcement of federal and state laws and regulations as well as district policies and procedures.
• Work cooperatively with school administration, staff, and special education.

• Respect students, parents, guardians, and community.
• Assist parents with questions and concerns.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, parents, and guardians.
• Respect and embrace students of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Assist in the protection of students and property.
• Assist Principal or Vice Principal in fire and other emergency drills.
• Assist the Principal or Vice Principal in the management of students (e.g., dismissal, field trips, etc.).

• Maintain a high level of personal integrity, confidentiality, and a strong work ethic.
• Participate in district professional development.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Education.

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment, lift up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, stand, crouch, and bend for long periods.
• Data Conception:
  Ability to compare and judge observable characteristics of data, people, or things.
• Interpersonal Communication:
  Ability to speak, signal, and convey information to others.
• Language Ability:
  Ability to read, write, and prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents while speaking before groups with poise.
• Intelligence:
  Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Verbal Aptitude:
  Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Numerical Aptitude:
  Ability to employ mathematical formulas, percentages, and algebraic principles.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude:
  Ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
• Motor Coordination:
  Ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately with office equipment.
• Manual Dexterity:
  Ability to handle a variety of office equipment and hand tools with minimal eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Interpersonal:
  Ability to adapt to stressful situations and emergency circumstances.
• Physical Communication:
  Ability to talk and hear, including telephone communication.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Amanda Theriault, Principal
• Stefanik Elementary School
• Email: atheriault