Teacher - Kindergarten

Teacher - Kindergarten

Belcher Elementary School, Chicopee, Massachusetts (Open in Google Maps).

Position Type: Full-Time

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

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Brief

Description:

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 in developing lessons.
• Instruct students on rules of conduct and expected behaviors.
• Manage own class as well as other students wherever they may be located, whether on campus or at off‑campus events.
• Identify students with academic issues and refer them to appropriate service providers.
• Regularly inform parents or guardians of their students’ academic performance and behavior.
• Maintain records, attendance and grades as required by 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).

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

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Licensure: Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Education.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment; ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, stand, crouch, and bend over for extended periods.

Data Conception, Interpersonal Communication, Language Ability, Intelligence, Verbal Aptitude, Numerical Aptitude, Form/Spatial Aptitude, Motor Coordination, Manual Dexterity, Physical Communication:
Required skills as outlined.

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

• Sam Karlin, Principal
• Belcher Elementary School
• Email: skarlin