<p>NOTICE OF VACANCY</p> <p>Elementary School Teacher Grade 1 Burgess Elementary School School Year: 2026-2027 Anticipated Start Date: August 31, 2026</p> <p>REPORTS TO: Principal</p> <p>JOB GOAL</p> <ul> <li>Provide instructional programs that promote student's development of skill and knowledge in content area assigned. </li><li>To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their education </li><li>To create a program of study and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth </li><li>To establish positive relationships with parents/ guardians and professional peers </li><li>Demonstrate effective command of classroom technology that supports student learning </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li>Valid Massachusetts DESE / Early Childhood PS - or Elementary 1-6 Licensure </li><li>Demonstrated expertise in specific instructional content area, as assigned </li><li>Ability to work in a team environment </li><li>Approved CORI and Fingerprinting results </li></ul> <p>Salary Range: $52,369.00 - $55,979.00</p> <p>Kathleen Pelley, Principal Burgess Elementary School 45 Burgess School Road Sturbridge, MA 01566 pelleyk@tantasqua.org</p> <p>POSTED: 5/21/26APPLICATION DEADLINE: 6/6/2026 Tantasqua/Union 61 School Districts are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.</p>