Teacher: Primary - Wawecus Road School

Teacher:
Primary
- Wawecus Road School

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

SUBJECT:
Teacher
- Primary

REPORTS TO:

Building Principal

Wawecus Road School is seeking an educator who is committed to creating an engaging, student‑centered learning environment. Our elementary school values innovation, the iterative learning process, meaningful feedback, and strong collaboration among students, staff, and families. The ideal candidate will collaborate with colleagues to foster curiosity, perseverance, creativity, and academic growth for all students.

As a teacher in the Worcester Public Schools you will be expected to provide rigorous instruction to a diverse population of students, align your teaching to the district and state curriculum, regularly assess student learning, and modify instruction to ensure all students are learning. You will create a classroom that meets the needs of all learners, including English language learners and students with disabilities.

Your role will require patience, perseverance, creativity, excellent content knowledge, and a true desire to prepare all students for successful lives.

For applicants committed to preparing Worcester students for college and beyond, we offer a competitive salary package and participation in federal loan forgiveness programs.

This position is accountable for delivering a high‑quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness, and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards, and the regulations of the Worcester Public Schools.

• Remain current regarding curriculum content.
• Plan and assess curriculum and instruction effectively.
• Mentor students' understanding of the curriculum and adjust instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.
• Manage the classroom environment effectively.
• Deliver instruction that includes clear learning goals and appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
• Use innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including technology, to increase student learning and confidence.
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity, implementing strategies for students with special needs, 504 plans, and second language learners.
• Ensure equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Massachusetts DESE License in Elementary 1‑6.
• SEI Endorsement.
• Bachelor of Arts degree.

• Teaching experience in the content area.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs.
• Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African language.
• Experience teaching English language learners.
• Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition.

185 days.

Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule. $61,410 – $113,833 Per Year.

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status, or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs.

• Rachel Savage
• 20 Wawecus Road
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01605
• Phone: 508‑799‑3527
• Fax: 508‑799‑8249
• Email: