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Elementary School Teacher
*Salary is dependent on experience and credentials.
St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School is seeking an experienced and certified Elementary Teacher (K-5). The St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School located in Watertown, Mass, is a child-centered American-Armenian Institution committed to academic excellence. The school is accredited by the Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE).
Your responsibilities include but not limited to as an Elementary Teacher:
- overseeing and implementing Reading, Language Arts, Math Science and Social Studies curriculum and instruction according to the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards.
- building strong relationships with students in order to motivate them to be their best selves both academically and personally.
- being open and prepared to think deeply about instructional strategies and collaborate with colleagues in order to meet the needs of every student.
- developing lesson plans and instructional materials and providing individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- providing accommodations and support for students with special needs.
- establishing and communicating clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units and projects. upholding a code of conduct for the classroom which is consistent with established school policies and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner. attending established traditional school sponsored activities (e.g., Open House, Christmas Concert, and Graduation Ceremony).
- participating in professional development and mentorship opportunities with specialists and colleagues.
- ensuring the safety and well-being of students.
- establishing an effective learning environment and promoting a positive school culture.
- developing strong relationships and communicates with parents with regularly (ie. weekly electronic newsletters).
Qualifications as an Elementary Teacher
Education
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution;
- Hold a valid Massachusetts Teaching License;
- Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and highly qualified.
Benefits
- Competitive salary Coverage for Health and Dental Insurance
- 403(B) plan with match
Please send resume, cover letter and three letters of recommendation to [email protected].
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $52,140.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- classroom teaching: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Massachusetts Certified elementary teacher (K-5) (Required)
- Massachusetts Teaching License (Required)
Work Location: In person
