Grade 5 Teacher Westford Public Schools - 4.7 Westford, MA Job Details Full-time 14 hours ago Qualifications Student supervision Committee work Student progress monitoring Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Behavioral standards enforcement in schools Special education assessments Administration student referral Faculty collaboration Student report writing Parent collaboration Collaborative curriculum development Learning styles adaptability Classroom organization for children Curriculum implementation Teaching assessments Experience working with 5th graders Academic assessment administration Instructional adaptability Parent communication in school administration Elementary school teaching experience School policy and procedure enforcement Overseeing student conduct policies Student needs assessment Classroom community building Student progress notes Entry level Experience working with students with disabilities Full Job Description Crisafulli School is seeking a Grade 5 Teacher Demonstrate knowledge of Grade 5 Subject Matter Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicate these objectives to students Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels Organize instruction around essential questions or core learning objectives; teach for understanding and/or mastery; provide students with practice and extension opportunities as needed Assess student learning on a regular basis using multiple forms of assessment; provide reports of student progress as needed Use assessment data to inform instruction Create a classroom learning environment that is engaging, orderly, secure and appealing for students and in which mutual respect is shown Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner Give assignments that reinforce classroom instruction Communicate student progress and development to parents Provide written assessments, referrals and evaluations when necessary for students with special needs. Participate in IEP meetings as required. Participate in professional growth opportunities Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students Attend staff or team meetings and serve on staff committees as necessary Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness with all students