Teacher - Elementary Gr. 1 Mitchell Elementary School, SY

Job Description

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive, dynamic, and multicultural community seeking an energetic, skilled, and warm First Grade Teacher to join our team.

• Develops and administers the elementary curriculum consistent with the school district's goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates them into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, modifying instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including those with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in responsible citizenship and subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of Needham Public Schools.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and stays current with developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains an accurate and complete system for record‑keeping, grading, and reporting of all student activities, achievements, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures student conduct conforms with school standards and district policies, establishing and maintaining standards of behavior needed for a functional learning atmosphere.
• Coordinates with other elementary staff members and coaches to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or central office administrators designated by the Superintendent.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and the ability to differentiate instruction based on student learning styles. Training/experience in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction, an interest in science content, commitment to inclusive pedagogy, and the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom.
• Comfortable with both in‑person and online pedagogy and teaching platforms.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive practices.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts; knowledge of data systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation concerning performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships through strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1‑6 and hold an SEI endorsement or a dual certification in ESL.

• Master's degree.

Salary is determined by education and experience, ranging from Bachelor's (Step
1) $63,217 to Doctorate (Step 14) $133,922 (1.0 FTE).

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, active military/veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other administered programs and activities. Students who are homeless or of limited English‑speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.