Kindergarten Teacher

Job Title

Kindergarten Teacher

H. Olive Day Elementary School, Norfolk, Massachusetts

Aug 26, 2026

The Elementary Teacher provides learning experiences in language arts, social studies, reading, arithmetic, science, art, physical education, and music to students, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements.

The Elementary Teacher reports to the principal and may direct a Teaching Assistant if one is assigned to the classroom.

• Prek‑2 Early Childhood Licensure in Massachusetts by the Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (required).
• Bachelor's Degree (Master’s preferred) from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults.
• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies.
• Alternative qualifications acceptable if in conformity with state certification requirements.

• Provide learning experiences in language arts, social studies, reading, arithmetic, science, art, physical education, and music to students, guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements, while creating an environment conducive to student learning and involvement.
• Monitor students’ understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjust instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.
• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn.
• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strive to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events, and by self‑generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for re‑certification.
• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district, attending all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district‑wide committees as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Work involves student interaction and is performed primarily in a classroom setting.

The teacher will be evaluated as per Article IV in the Teacher’s Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Bachelors/Step 2: $57,919 – Doctorate/Step 15: $117,048

$57,919 to $117,048 per year.

Full‑time

• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Submit a letter of intent addressed to Dr. Ingrid Allardi.
• Resume, three current letters of recommendation, and transcripts.
• Copies of current Massachusetts Teaching Certificate or other state licensure.
• Copies of MTEL test scores or Praxis.
• Certified transcripts.
• Original signed recent letters of recommendation.
• When hired: submit in person the following: original MA Teaching Certificate or other state licensure; if applicable, original MTEL test scores or Praxis; certified transcripts; original signed letters of recommendation; W‑4; CORI; I‑9; proof of citizenship with a passport or permanent resident card or both; or a driver’s license and social security card; or a driver’s license and birth certificate.

• Rebecca Austin, Assistant Principal
• 232 Main Street, Norfolk, Massachusetts 02056
• Phone: 508‑541‑5475
• Fax: 508‑541‑5482
• Email: raustin.ma.us