Elementary Classroom Teacher (Grades 3-5)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on5, Centre Street, Mikas Pond, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554, United States
About Nantucket Public Schools
Nantucket Public Schools is dedicated to fostering the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of every student. We strive to create a safe, culturally responsive learning environment where individual differences are accepted and celebrated, aligning our educational goals with those of the district and the state.
About the Role
As an Elementary Classroom Teacher for grades 3-5, you will lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential. This role exists to provide intentional teaching and learning that meets the diverse needs, interests, and abilities of our students. You will collaborate closely with grade-level teams, literacy and math specialists, ESL teachers, special education staff, and counselors to maximize student success. Your day will involve planning engaging programs of study, establishing clear objectives, and employing instructional methods tailored to individual learners. You will also maintain a fair and just classroom environment, assess student progress regularly, and communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
Application Instructions
Applicants must already be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Interested candidates should submit their application materials directly to the school administration.
Equal Opportunity
Nantucket Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Work location
Work model: On-site
5, Centre Street, Mikas Pond, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554, United States
Nantucket, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCollaborate with grade team, specialists, and counselors to support intentional teaching and learning
- check_circleEmploy appropriate instructional methods and materials to meet individual student needs
- check_circlePlan and supervise purposeful assignments for support personnel and school volunteers
- check_circleUse appropriate technology to support the teaching and learning process
- check_circleRecognize indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action per school procedures
- check_circleGuide the learning process by establishing clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects
- check_circleAssess student accomplishments regularly and provide actionable feedback and progress reports
- check_circleMaintain accurate records and reports as required by law, district policy, and regulations
- check_circleEstablish appropriate testing environments and ensure test security as required
- check_circlePlan individual and cooperative programs of study aligned with grade standards and student needs
- check_circleCommunicate regularly with colleagues, students, and parents regarding student progress
- check_circleCreate a culturally responsive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree or higher
- verifiedValid Massachusetts teacher license
- verifiedAuthorized to work in the U.S.
- verifiedProficiency in oral and written communication
- verifiedAbility to work with diverse groups
- verifiedExperience with school related computer applications
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Oral Communication, Written Communication, Massachusetts Teacher License, School Related Computer Applications, Technology.
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher required.
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About Nantucket New School
Nantucket New School operates as a co-educational day school within the education administration programs sector, located in Nantucket. The institution serves students from pre-school through grade eight, offering a curriculum designed to foster academic excellence while respecting the natural pace of childhood development. The school environment prioritizes the cultivation of curiosity, creativity, and a lasting commitment to learning among its young scholars.
The school maintains a small-scale footprint characterized by a low student-to-teacher ratio, which allows educators to address the unique needs of each child and their family. This structure facilitates strong, individualized relationships between teachers and students, ensuring that every learner is recognized as a distinct person. The educational model encourages active cooperation among children of different ages, creating a supportive community atmosphere where self-confidence and social responsibility are nurtured.
Partnerships between the school and families are central to the Nantucket New School mission, promoting kindness and self-knowledge. The institution is deeply committed to its local community, seeking to build a student body that reflects the evolving diversity of the island. Through purposeful engagement with Nantucket, the school integrates family participation and community ties into its core values, ensuring that education extends beyond the classroom to support the well-being of the entire community.
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