ELEMENTARY TEACHER - Grade 1

Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the following anticipated opening for a Grade 1 Teacher: JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of authorized administrators shall:

1. Teach students utilizing a course of study adopted by the Westfield Public Schools and appropriate curriculum programs as resources in teaching individual course content.
2. Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
3. Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide differentiated and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
4. Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
5. Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
6. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
7. Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interpret the school program.
8. Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, social/emotional, and learning difficulties.
9. Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and work centers.
10. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
11. Select and requisition books and instructional materials.
12. Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
13. Administer benchmark assessments and standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
14. Analyze student data and utilize results to plan instruction.
15. Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
16. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal Salary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted. Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation. This position is subject to funding.