Fall River Public Schools

Role Description To improve learning outcomes for students by delivering instruction and support services as detailed within a student's Individual Education Plan, 504 Plan, or to assist staff focused on supporting the school and team's teaching and learning initiatives. - Direct assignment to the building principal for routine administrative matters and to the Supervisor of Special Needs for the delivery of services identified in the IEP, and related program issues. - Perform all duties listed herein and other appropriate tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Special Needs. - In cooperation with the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson, the School Psychologist and other special needs staff members, perform diagnostic assessments of children suspected of, or diagnosed as having, special needs. - Consult regularly with Regular Education and Special Education Teachers regarding ways to meet the needs of those special needs students assigned to their classrooms. - Work with school staff to promote maximum integration of children with special needs. - Participate actively in the evaluation process and TEAM meetings. - Chair all perfunctory Review and Annual Review Meetings of students. - Administer educational assessments for Annual Reviews and Re-evaluations. - Assist in the development of appropriate educational plans as directed by the Evaluation TEAM Chairperson. - Ensure the orderly and timely implementation of those educational plans developed. - Confer with the parents of special needs students, as needed. - Assist the Evaluation Chairperson and other assigned staff in maintenance of required records. - Submit to the Principal, the Director, the Supervisor of Special Education schedules and reports as required, including semi-annual Pupil Reports and Annual Review. - Collaborate with other Special Educators and Regular Education Teachers on cases requiring joint participation in implementing educational plans. Qualifications - A Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major emphasis on Special Education. - Appropriate Valid Massachusetts license, K-12 teaching experience. - Preference will be given to those candidates who present evidence of substantial experience in regular and/or special education settings. - Demonstrated commitment to diversity, ensuring all students have access to the highest quality instruction, and closing the achievement gap. - Mastery of pedagogical and subject matter skills. - Experience in designing and implementing standards-based instruction. - Manage time and resources effectively. - Demonstrate culturally responsive teaching and competencies. - Knowledge of methods to integrate information literacy, technology and 21st Century Skills into the MA Curriculum Frameworks or Common Core Standards. Requirements - The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee. Benefits - In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract. - Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding. - Salary ranges from $59,491-$105,164 from Step 2 to Step 12, Bachelor's Degree-CAGS/Doctorate Degree.

Role Description The Social Science Teacher is responsible for developing in each pupil an appreciation of American ideals and cultural heritage, motivating pupils to understand and exercise their rights, privileges, and responsibilities as citizens, and encouraging sound opinions based on factual study. - Teaches courses in social studies, history, geography, American Government, political science, or humanities. - Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations. - Develops a balanced social studies program involving factual background material and current events. - Provides individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to varying pupil needs. - Develops knowledge of the American government and economic system, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. - Utilizes current material from the mass media and guides discussions of current problems. - Encourages awareness of the contributions of various groups to American culture. - Develops knowledge of political and economic systems of other nations. - Maintains standards of pupil behavior for an orderly classroom environment. - Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected growth activities. - Communicates with parents and school counselors regarding pupil progress. - Identifies pupil needs and collaborates with other staff to address health, attitude, and learning problems. - Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday. - Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs and faculty committees. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree with a major in history or one of the social studies. - Appropriate Massachusetts certification. Requirements - Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding. - Salary ranges from $59,491-$105,164 from Step 2 to Step 12, Bachelor's Degree-CAGS/Doctorate Degree. Benefits - In accordance with the Fall River Educators' Association contract. Company Description The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Role Description - Ability to relate well with students and other adults - To be generally responsible to the curriculum supervisor - To participate in staff development workshops, training sessions, meetings, and/or other activities organized by the curriculum supervisor, or the program director - To be directly responsible to the teacher for activities related to instruction and program implementation - To assist and work under the supervision of the teacher in: - Providing individualized instructional services - Preparing instructional materials - Organizing instructional areas - To be responsible to school principals for non-instructional duties that fall within guidelines - To participate in program evaluations and needs assessment procedures Qualifications - Ability to relate well with students and other adults - Ability to assist in the instruction and supervision of students - NCLB Qualified (Associates Degree or Para Pro Test (Praxis)) Requirements - In accordance with the Fall River Paraprofessionals contract - Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding - Salary includes a 183 day work year, with 210 paid days per year (including vacation and paid holidays) - Payrate ranges $24.75-$26.33/hour Benefits - Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer - All candidates are encouraged to apply

Role Description To develop in each pupil an awareness of the role of science in economic and social progress; to motivate each pupil to acquire knowledge of scientific facts and principles and skills in scientific methods of problem-solving; to discover and develop special talents of pupils in scientific fields. - Teaches skills, knowledge, and scientific attitudes through courses in general science, earth sciences, biology, chemistry, physics, physiology, or science problems to secondary pupils, utilizing course of study adopted by the School Committee and other appropriate learning activities. - Plans a science program involving demonstrations, lectures, discussion, and student experiments; organizes laboratory activities for optimum learning. - Demonstrates scientific concepts by use of scientific apparatus, experiments, and standard or teacher-prepared charts, sketches, and other instructional aids. - Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils and to accommodate circumstances where a variety of projects and experiments are being worked on simultaneously. - Instructs pupils in proper use, care, and safe handling of chemicals, science equipment, and plant and animal life. - Provides for safe storage and proper use of materials, equipment, and tools. Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to equipment as required. - Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior for a productive learning environment during class laboratory sessions, and field trips. - Evaluates each pupil's growth in knowledge, skills, and scientific attitudes in course being taught. - Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school department and/or in self-selected professional growth activities. - Identifies pupils' needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems. - Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs. - Assists pupils in selection and development of individual research projects. - Cooperates with school administration in providing science displays and programs for the school and community, and in sponsoring science activities. - Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress. - Participates in hands-on technology training with students in conjunction with Massachusetts Department of Education and Community Agencies. - All other responsibilities that are listed in the collective bargaining agreement between the Fall River Educators' Association and the Fall River School Committee. Qualifications - Appropriate Massachusetts Licensure - Bachelor's Degree with major or minor in Science preferred. - Basic Computer Competencies Requirements - Employment is contingent upon job performance, program needs, and funding. - Salary ranges from $59,491-$105,164 from Step 2 to Step 12, Bachelor's Degree-CAGS/Doctorate Degree. Benefits - The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. - We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. - All candidates are encouraged to apply.