Teacher- Kindergarten

HUDSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HUDSON MASSACHUSETTS

Position: Kindergarten Teacher

Reports to: Principal of Schools

Approved by: Brian K. Reagan Ed.D

Revision Date: July 2024

Diversity Equity and Inclusion are core values of the Hudson Public Schools. We believe that the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with diverse ideas come together to learn. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity in education are particularly encouraged to apply.

SUMMARY:

To provide direct instruction to students in Kindergarten in order to deliver Hudson Public Schools high expectations for achievement equal access to high levels of instruction the achievement of academic proficiency for all students and the closing of the achievement gap among subgroups within the schools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Introduce children to mathematics language science and social studies: use games music artwork films books computers and other tools to teach basic skills.
• Teach letter recognition phonics numbers and awareness of nature and science.

• Researching and creating instruction that supports the development of the cognitive emotional social and physical growth of the child
• Maintaining communication that supports an understanding of the schools program develops positive relationships with the school community and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family in the school community.
• Participating in Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences each trimester and communicating regularly with families about academic social and developmental issues

• Building and maintaining strong school culture centered on achievement: Utilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational cultural and linguistic backgrounds of the students served.

• Implementing common academic and behavioral procedures to ensure a structured respectful and achievement-oriented school: create a learning environment that is safe and nurturing.

Qualifications:

• The candidate must hold Massachusetts certification for Kindergarten
• Bachelors degree required; masters preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (CORI) and fingerprints

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to move about and may be required to traverse occasionally throughout the school building.
• The employee must also often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and sit stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• The employee is expected to lift at least 20 lbs. (i.e. books school supplies etc.).
• The employee must frequently use hands to finger handle or feel; and use hand strength to grasp tools.
• Occasionally s/he operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e. a calculator copy machine and computer printer).
• In the classroom the employee must be able to see and hear on a continuous basis in order to ensure the safety of students as well as speak frequently to provide instruction.
• The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Superintendent of Schools in conjunction with the HEA/HSC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the appropriate administrator in accordance with HEA/HSC Collective Bargaining Agreement and DESE regulations 603CMR35.00.

Nondiscrimination and Title IX Notice

Hudson Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability or genetic information in admission administration of its educational programs activities or employment and is required by Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106. The Director of Human Resources Jennifer Allard ext. 41124 has been designated as the Title IX concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 to Hudson Public Schools may be referred to Jennifer Allard or to U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Ave. SW Washington DC 20202-1100 telephone

While performing duties of this job the employee may often remain in a stationary position for considerable periods of time. The employee will have also have ample periods of standing and may be required to traverse throughout the building. The employee must frequently use hands and frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e. calculator copy machine and computer printer). Physical abilities may also include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling stooping/crouching reaching/handling talking/hearing conversations and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field. Ability must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20lbs for short periods and walk up and down stairs several times a day. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students staff members and the public in person and on the telephone.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application process or on the job you are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources Department-