Teacher Upper Elementary [Eliot School] (SY26-27)

Needham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 63217 - 101212

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Eliot Schoolis an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled and warm Upper Elementary Teacher (Grades 3-5) with high student expectationsto join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences and candidates from historically marginalized groups are stonlgy encouraged to apply.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS):NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency equity and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of thePortrait of a Needham Graduate. The district is comprised of5 elementary schools 2 middle schools and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5500 students. Needham is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuringour schools are safe for each child and free of bias bullying and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students needs including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Needham Public Schools.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars workshops or professional meetings or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping grading and reporting for all student activities achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the schools standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary staff members and coaches to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles. More specifically training/experience in reading writing and mathematics instruction as well as an interest in science content and pedagogy; a commitment to inclusive pedagogy; and the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom. The candidate should be comfortable with both in-person and online pedagogy and teaching platforms.
Experience with Illustrative Math and/or American Reading Company Literacy curriculum is a big plus.
Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and prior experience with providing high quality instruction to Multi-lingual learners
Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Prior use of Open Architects is also helpful.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students parents and colleagues.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work through strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
Hold a Massachusetts Teaching License in Elementary 1-6 and hold an SEI endorsement or a dual certification in ESL.
Masters degree

Application Procedure:

Applications will be considered only when a cover letter resume three letters of recommendation license and transcripts have been attached to your online application. All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is based on education and experience perUnit A contract. Salary range for a Bachelors $63217-$101212.

Please review theUnit A contractand this page to learn more about employee compensation and benefits.

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion disability age active military/veteran status ancestry genetic information or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies employment policies and other administered programs and addition students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit our equity website.

All positions are subject to the approval of the 2026-2027 Needham Public School budget by the Town of Needham.

Required Experience:

Eliot Schoolis an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled and warm Upper Elementary Teacher (Grades 3-5) with high student expectationsto join our team. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds ...

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students needs including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the Needham Public Schools.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars workshops or professional meetings or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping grading and reporting for all student activities achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the schools standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary staff members and coaches to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles. More specifically training/experience in reading writing and mathematics instruction as well as an interest in science content and pedagogy; a commitment to inclusive pedagogy; and the potential to contribute to student life beyond the classroom. The candidate should be comfortable with both in-person and online pedagogy and teaching platforms.
Experience with Illustrative Math and/or American Reading Company Literacy curriculum is a big plus.
Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and prior experience with providing high quality instruction to Multi-lingual learners
Knowledge of data information systems data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Prior use of Open Architects is also helpful.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students parents and colleagues.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work through strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications: