What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Classroom Teacher position at Chickering Elementary School?
Chickering Elementary School in Dover MA seeks a talented and compassionate classroom teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
We seek an elementary certified educator who values and respects children and who is a strong collaborator, a reflective learner, and a dynamic practitioner. The classroom teacher is expected to teach curriculum using engaging and innovative pedagogy, assess and respond to student growth, and design individual and small group intervention and inclusion of students with special education and ML needs.
In addition, the teacher will maintain a classroom community predicated on mutual respect, positive relationships, and empowerment for meaningful learning. We use an inquiry-based approach in science and social studies and are committed to a rigorous instruction for reading, writing and mathematics.
A successful candidate will hold DESE licensure, SEI endorsement, and have proven experience in effective strategies for engaging and empowering students, cultural proficiency and responsiveness, and differentiating learning are essential.
Additional responsibilities include communication with families, participation in faculty and grade level team meetings, and curriculum/assessment development.
Our district is committed to strengthening opportunities for diversity, equity and inclusion. Our educators are engaged in a collective effort to improve understanding and deepen practices to actively foster racial literacy and cultural competency. Candidates who bring diverse perspectives and who have skills and experience to strengthen our district DEI work are strongly encouraged to apply.
-Knowledge of elementary pedagogy and best practices
-Ability to work in professional learning community model
-Leadership skills
-Organizational skills
-Strong oral and written communication skills
-Ability to form positive relationships and convey a sense of caring and respect for others
Please apply on Schoolspring.com and submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation, as well as a copy of transcripts and a Massachusetts teaching license.
