Teacher, Elementary

Teacher, Elementary (3176)

Natick Public Schools Memorial Elementary School - Natick, Massachusetts

This job is also posted in Natick Public Schools

Job : 5720243

Final date to receive applications: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: May 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Teacher, Elementary

Location:

Memorial Elementary School

Reports To:

Building Principal

Work days/FTE: 183 days/1.0 FTE

Salary/Benefits:
Salary and benefits per contract with the Education Association of Natick Unit A

Benefits Eligible?:
Yes

We believe that all children are capable of attaining high levels of educational achievement in preparation for productive, rewarding lives and responsible citizenship. As an elementary school teacher, the goal is to educate all students to high levels through high-quality instruction.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's degree preferred

• Massachusetts DESE certification in Elementary Education 1-6
• SEI Endorsement

• Strong foundation in student-centered pedagogy
• Knowledge of the developmental needs of children
• Strong content‑area knowledge and expertise
• Knowledge of elementary school philosophy
• Thorough understanding of theories and teaching methodologies along with a sophisticated understanding of the academic, social, and emotional needs of elementary school students
• Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Standards‑Based curriculum
• Working knowledge of the principles of UDL
• Working knowledge of SEL instruction and supports
• Thorough understanding of and commitment to the principles and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice as they relate to student, staff, and community engagement and cultivation

• Experience teaching in a diverse public elementary school preferred
• Experience working with students with disabilities/special abilities preferred
• Experience working with students who are English language learners preferred
• Experience with Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Classroom, etc.) Power School preferred, but will train the right candidate

• Demonstrated aptitude for work to be performed
• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish and Portuguese, are highly desirable
• Candidates should have a passion for working with students, families, and colleagues
• Candidates must be flexible and collaborative
• Candidates must be able to multitask in a fast‑paced, supportive environment that nurtures student growth
• Candidates must be organized and able to meet ongoing, time‑sensitive deadlines for work production
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.

• Phone, intercom, personal computer and software applications as outlined above, scanner, copy machine, calculator, camera, printers and fax machine.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provides learning experiences in language arts, social studies, reading, mathematics science, art, physical education, and music to students, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;
• Monitors students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, and assessments when appropriate;
• Evaluates, tries innovative approaches, and refines instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;
• Demonstrates appreciation for and sensitivity to, the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;
• Maintains and improves professional competence through attendance at…