1.0 Fte Grade 5 Teacher

**READING PUBLIC SCHOOLS**

**READING**, MASSACHUSETTS**

**Position**:Teacher

**Department**:Elementary

**Reports to**: Stephen Burnham, Ed. D.

**FLSA Classification**: Exempt

**Approved by**:Thomas Milaschewski, Ed.D.

**Revision Date**:July 2021

**SUMMARY**: To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**: _The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work that is performed and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for by this position. _Other duties may be assigned._
- Teaches district-approved curriculum.
- Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
- Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers, and exhibits of student’s work.
- Establishes and maintains pupil-teacher relationships conducive to effective teaching and learning.
- Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
- Participates in planning of curriculum goals and relevant student performance objectives. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
- Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like and communicates these objectives to students. Helps students to develop individual learning goals and objectives.
- Develops appropriate instructional materials, activities, & lesson plans, with modifications and accommodations appropriate for individual students taking into consideration cognitive levels and age-appropriateness.
- Evaluates individual student accomplishment of goals and objectives, records progress, and adjusts individual and group learning activities accordingly.
- Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
- Assists pupils in dealing with academic, personal and social problems.
- Works with guidance specialists, staff members, parents, and outside persons or agencies to assist students with special problems.
- Works with parents of individual children to help guide the growth and development of the children.
- Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
- Demonstrates an understanding of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core State Standards.
- Participates in ongoing professional development activities related to student population & certification areas.
- Communicates regularly with parents by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
- Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
- Properly utilizes and conserves physical facilities, equipment and supplies.
- Assist in the task of operating the school as a community of cooperative and constructive members.
- Integrate technology within instruction to increase student comprehension and interest.
- Maintains an understanding of the philosophies and principles utilized in District-wide programs.
- Follows state and federal special education regulations, as outlined in the IDEA and the requirements set forth in 603 CMR 28.00 which are in addition to, or in some instances clarify or further elaborate, the special education rights and responsibilities set forth in state statute (M.G.L. c. 71B), federal statute (20 U.S.C. -1400 et seq. as amended), and federal regulations (34 CFR -300 et seq. as amended).
- Follows all standards and indicators to the best of his or her ability, as described in the Reading Public Schools Teacher Assessment Process (TAP)_._

**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**: Supervises the classroom and students. Directs the work of and assists with the supervision of paraprofessionals in the classroom.
- QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS_: _To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. The Superintendent may waive or modify the qualification requirements._

**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**:

- Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups including staff, parents and the general public
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional periodicals and journals, technical procedur