Westfield Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for a Grade 4 Teacher.
JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of authorized administrators shall:
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Teach students utilizing a course of study adopted by the Westfield Public Schools and appropriate curriculum programs as resources in teaching individual course content.
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Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
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Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide differentiated and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
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Translate lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
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Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports.
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Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
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Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students' progress and interpret the school program.
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Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, social/emotional, and learning difficulties.
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Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and work centers.
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Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
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Select and requisition books and instructional materials.
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Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
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Administer benchmark assessments and standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
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Analyze student data and utilize results to plan instruction.
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Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
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Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the building principal or the Superintendent of Schools.
REPORTS TO: Building PrincipalSalary and terms of employment will be commensurate with the Westfield Public Schools Unit A contract. Salary placement will be based on information contained in the application as submitted.Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Westfield School Committee policy on evaluation.