First Grade Teacher

The John F. Kennedy School is seeking an exceptional and dynamic candidate to serve as a First Grade Teacher for the upcoming school year beginning in August 2026 . The First Grade Teacher will join a vibrant and supportive team that places a high priority on collaboration, creativity, flexibility, and commitment to the goals of the District and to our students, families and staff.


The John F. Kennedy School is an inclusive community for all students and staff and serve over 480 students in grades Kindergarten through Fifth. The John F. Kennedy School is elevating the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that promotes academic growth and social emotional learning for every student, and ensures high quality teaching and learning through the purposeful design of rigorous and equitable student experiences.


We are eager to find the next member of our team who collaborates with other educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, areas of passion, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

JOB SUMMARY


Teachers provide a well-organized, academically challenging, culturally and linguistically responsive class environment in which students can access curriculum and make progress towards Massachusetts standards and develop social and emotional skills in order to participate in society, while providing a safe, supportive, and welcoming educational environment for all students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences that meet the needs of all learners
2. Develop lesson plans that align with the state standards and district-determined high quality instructional curricula and are culturally and linguistically responsive
3. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
4. Continuously engage in reflective practice regarding curricula, instruction, and culturally responsive practices
5. Create culturally and linguistically responsive classroom environment
6. Build strong relationships with students to create a culture of belonging
7. Prepare the classroom for class activities
8. Incorporate a variety of culturally and linguistically responsive learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
9. Identify, select, and implement differentiated instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs based on data
10. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment aligned to the District approved curriculum and/or Massachusetts State Standards
11. Use relevant technology to support instruction
12. Follows and implements individual student safety plans, IEPs, 504s, health care plans, behavior support plans etc.
13. Observe and evaluate students' performance and development using data; use data to drive decisions and adapt instruction, assessments, and assignments as appropriate
14. Provide appropriate feedback on assessments and/or student work
15. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students using data
16. Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress, development, and attendance as appropriate
17. Support the social and emotional well-being of students during the school day
18. Manage student behavior in the classroom and school by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the student handbook
19. Participate in department and school meetings, parent/guardian meetings
20. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians regarding student progress and student needs
21. Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities
22. Collaborate with student services staff; special educators and other related service providers
23. Performs other duties specifically articulated within the collective bargaining agreement as assigned by building principal and/or District administration

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Maintain Valid Massachusetts DESE teacher certification that is appropriate for the grade level and subject area. (Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.)
2. Highly Qualified as per Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
3. Proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies, including but not limited to: administrators, parents/guardians, teachers, students, other school staff, and visitors
4. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
5. Well-organized with excellent leadership abilities
6. Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
7. Working knowledge of relevant technologies: internet and email systems; word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software; and educational software
8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

WORK YEAR: 183 days

COMPENSATION: $69,000-$83,000, for full salary range see the Union A Collective Barginning Agreement


If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to reach out to the below contact for this position to discuss your application.