What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Teacher-Kindergarten position at Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School?
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School 10 New Bond Street Worcester, MA 01606 Phone: (508) 854-8400 Fax: (508) 854-8484 www.akfcs.orgAbby Kelley Foster Charter Public School seeks an experienced, collaborative, and energetic teacher to join the district for a position as the Elementary School Kindergarten Teacher. Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (AKFCS) provides an education to 1426 students in grades kindergarten through twelve, comprised of an Elementary, Middle and High School. AKFCS values flexible educators who possess an optimistic, growth-oriented mindset regarding learning, for themselves, staff, and students. The District seeks to reflect the increasingly diverse world in which we live.
We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will: 1. Provide culturally appropriate rigorous education utilizing a core education program2.
Support students social/emotional and school skill development as well as academic rigor3. Demonstrate professional growth capabilities in practice as well as personal professionalism 4. Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation. Monitoring and assessing of progress: 1.
Use a variety of assessment tools and strategies to gather data to monitor student mastery of instructional content, to improve instruction, and to assess the comparative performance of subgroups within the classroom.2. Reflect on practice in collaboration with administrators and colleagues, monitor personal and professional growth, and pursue professional development in needed areas.3. Perform relevant tasks and duties assigned by the Elementary Principal.Responsibilities: 1. Work collaboratively within and across the school to integrate cross-curricular programs aligned with the districts strategic plan.
Provide daily lessons focused on early literacy, mathematics, and other core instructive skills.2. Complete pre and post assessments to measure students learning. 3. Consult with principals, school counselors, school psychologists, teachers, and administrators regarding the social and emotional needs of students.4.
Collect and analyze data to make decisions and adjustments to practice.5. Stay current on research and best practices in early childhood education.6. Work collaboratively with team members and district members to provide inclusive support for students needs7. Work collaboratively with families to support needs of individual studentsQualifications: Hold the appropriate valid Massachusetts Teaching License in the required subject matter at the appropriate grade level.Possession of a Bachelors Degree or higher.Current authorization to work in the United States.
Knowledge of current research and best practices in early childhood pedagogyStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to create positive relationships with students and their families.Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail Compensation: Full Time Exempt Salary Position in accordance with the established Teachers Salary Scale. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: Medical/Dental/VisionLife Insurance 403(b) with matchStipend for professional/personal developmentDash PassYMCA DiscountsMassachusetts Teachers Retirement System Comprehensive Private leave program including Long term disabilitySick time with sick bankPersonal daysHealth Reimbursement Arrangement & flexible spending accountAbby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will: 1. Provide culturally appropriate rigorous education utilizing a core education program2.
Support students social/emotional and school skill development as well as academic rigor3. Demonstrate professional growth capabilities in practice as well as personal professionalism 4. Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation. Monitoring and assessing of progress: 1.
Use a variety of assessment tools and strategies to gather data to monitor student mastery of instructional content, to improve instruction, and to assess the comparative performance of subgroups within the classroom.2. Reflect on practice in collaboration with administrators and colleagues, monitor personal and professional growth, and pursue professional development in needed areas.3. Perform relevant tasks and duties assigned by the Elementary Principal.Responsibilities: 1. Work collaboratively within and across the school to integrate cross-curricular programs aligned with the districts strategic plan.
Provide daily lessons focused on early literacy, mathematics, and other core instructive skills.2. Complete pre and post assessments to measure students learning. 3. Consult with principals, school counselors, school psychologists, teachers, and administrators regarding the social and emotional needs of students.4.
Collect and analyze data to make decisions and adjustments to practice.5. Stay current on research and best practices in early childhood education.6. Work collaboratively with team members and district members to provide inclusive support for students needs7. Work collaboratively with families to support needs of individual studentsQualifications: Hold the appropriate valid Massachusetts Teaching License in the required subject matter at the appropriate grade level.Possession of a Bachelors Degree or higher.Current authorization to work in the United States.
Knowledge of current research and best practices in early childhood pedagogyStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to create positive relationships with students and their families.Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail Compensation: Full Time Exempt Salary Position in accordance with the established Teachers Salary Scale. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: Medical/Dental/VisionLife Insurance 403(b) with matchStipend for professional/personal developmentDash PassYMCA DiscountsMassachusetts Teachers Retirement System Comprehensive Private leave program including Long term disabilitySick time with sick bankPersonal daysHealth Reimbursement Arrangement & flexible spending accountAbby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
