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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$75,368 / year median in Massachusetts
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Grade 5 / Elementary Teacher
Tantasqua Regional School District and School Union 61
Wales Elementary School - Wales, Massachusetts Job Details
Job ID:
5923704
Application Deadline:
Sep 25, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted:
Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Notice of Vacancy
ELEMENTARY TEACHER / GRADE 5
WALES
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Anticipated Start Date:
Immediate
REPORTS TO
Principal
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide instructional programs that promote student's development of skill and knowledge in content area.
Demonstrate effective command of classroom that supports student learning.
Work as a contributing member of the School Community.
Establish effective rapport with pupils to develop the skill, attitudes, and knowledge necessary to become successful individuals in accordance with each pupil's ability.
Establish positive relationships with parents/ guardians and staff members.
Provide Math instruction to both grades 5 and 6 as part of a departmentalization model.
Attend professional development as deemed necessary both in and out of district.
ABILITY TO
Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and administration.
Modify student work to match students' level of understanding and development.
Maintain cooperative, productive and flexible working relationship with students and staff.
Solve practical problems with students and staff.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Plan and organize work to meet deadlines.
Provide information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
A teaching license issued by the State of Massachusetts appropriate for this content area
Demonstrated expertise in specific instructional content area, as assigned.
Ability to work in a team environment.
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SALARY RANGE
$59,006.68-61,815.26
Kerri Mahota, Principal
41 Main Street
Wales, MA 01081
mahotak@tantasqua.org
POSTED:
9/11/26APPLICATION
DEADLINE
9/25/26
Tantasqua/Union 61 School Districts are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Position Type:
Full-time
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance