Grade 5 Classroom Teacher Driscoll School

In Brookline, our mission is to ensure that every student develops the skills and knowledge to pursue a productive and fulfilling life, to participate thoughtfully in a democracy, and succeed in a diverse and evolving global society.We set the bar high for students, so it is right that we set the bar higher for ourselves as educators.We seek teachers who can help us achieve our mission and teachers who exemplify our core values:High Achievement for AllExcellence in TeachingCollaborationRespect for Human DifferenceEducational EquityJob Summary:* Lead teacher; Responsible for instruction across core content areas.Primary responsibilities:Create instructional resources for use in the classroomPlan, prepare and deliver instructional activitiesMeet required goals for students with IEPs or 504 plansCreate positive educational climate for students to learn inMeet course and school-wide student performance goalsParticipate in ongoing training sessionsCreate lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the yearMaintain grade booksGrade papers and perform other administrative duties as neededCreate projects, visuals, supports designed to enhance direct instructionBuild positive relationships with all familiesRead and stay abreast of current topics in educationCreate lesson plansUtilize various curriculum resourcesIntegrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plansUtilize curricula that reflect the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the students servedDevelop professional relationships with colleaguesEstablish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activitiesPrepare and distribute required reportsObserve and evaluate student's performanceManage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary proceduresRequired Qualifications:Mass. DESE certification, 1-6 licensureSEI CertificationBelief in our mission and core valuesPreferred Qualifications:Teaching experience at the grade levelExperience/training with Responsive Classroom, Guided Reading, Writer's Workshop, Differentiated Math/Math WorkshopMaster's DegreeThe Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.