Grades K-2 Teacher

Old Sturbridge Academy is seeking a warm, skilled, and intentional Grades K2 Teacher to join our crew in Sturbridge, MA. This role is the foundation of our students academic journey responsible for building the literacy, numeracy, and habits of learning that carry students forward through their entire time at OSA and beyond.Early elementary teaching at OSA isnt just about covering standards. Its about building a classroom community where young learners feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and grow. Were looking for a teacher who brings both strong instructional craft and genuine warmth someone who knows how to hold high expectations for young children while meeting them with care and patience.Who We AreOld Sturbridge Academy (OSA) is an EL Education school working in partnership with Old Sturbridge Village, providing students with rigorous, real-world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Our students dont just read about history and science they live it, right on the grounds of one of the most extraordinary living history museums in the country. We are distinguished by four key elements of EL Education: a commitment to community, a commitment to high-quality work, a commitment to real-world applications, and a commitment to imagination, exploration, and immersion.We want to be honest with prospective candidates: this is energizing, demanding work. Our school day is longer than a traditional district schedule, our expectations are high, and we ask everyone on our team to go beyond the boundaries of a job description when students need it. At OSA, we are crew, not passengers and that applies to every member of our staff.What Youll DoInstructionPlan and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate daily instruction across content areas including literacy, math, science, and social studies grounded in the Massachusetts Curriculum FrameworksDeliver structured literacy instruction using evidence-based, phonics-grounded approaches consistent with the science of readingBuild strong foundational numeracy through hands-on, conceptual math instruction that develops number sense alongside procedural fluencyDesign learning experiences connected to OSAs EL Education model, including age-appropriate Learning Expeditions that make content meaningful and real for young learnersUse a variety of instructional strategies to meet students where they are including small-group instruction, read-alouds, centers, and collaborative learningCultivate a classroom environment built on clear routines, consistent expectations, and genuine relationships where students feel known and valuedDifferentiate instruction to support English Language Learners, students with IEPs, and students who need additional challengeAssessment and DataAdminister and use early literacy and numeracy assessments (e.g., running records, phonics screeners, math diagnostics) to understand where students are and plan accordinglyUse formative assessment daily to check for understanding and adjust instruction in real timeMaintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with school expectationsParticipate in data review cycles and student support team processes, contributing classroom data and knowledge of the whole childCommunicate student progress clearly and specifically to families on a regular basisCollaboration and Team MembershipCollaborate with grade-level colleagues to plan curriculum, align expectations, and problem-solve instructional challenges togetherPartner with the special education team to coordinate supports for students with IEPs or identified learning needsWork closely with any instructional aides or paraprofessionals in your classroom to ensure cohesive, effective support for all studentsContribute actively to OSAs crew culture participating in community-building, school-wide events, and the rhythms of school lifeEngage in professional development with a genuine growth mindset, incorporating feedback and refining your practice over timeFamily and Community EngagementBuild authentic, trusting relationships with families from the first days of school and maintain them throughout the yearCommunicate proactively and warmly with families about their childs progress, learning goals, and how to support them at homeParticipate in family conferences, IEP meetings, and school events as neededPromote and support diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in all interactions with students, families, and colleaguesOther duties as assignedWhat You BringMassachusetts DESE licensure in Early Childhood Education (PreK2) or Elementary Education (Grades 16), or eligibility for licensureStrong foundational knowledge of early literacy development, including structured literacy and phonics-based approachesExperience teaching in a diverse school setting, including working with English Language Learners and students with IEPsTrack record of meaningful student growth and the ability to speak specifically to your impact on early learnersFamiliarity with EL Education, project-based learning, or other inquiry-driven instructional models preferredComfort using assessment data including early screeners and progress monitoring tools to drive instructional decisionsExcellent communication and collaboration skills; a genuine team player who shows up for colleagues as well as studentsWarmth, patience, and the ability to build a structured, joyful classroom community for young childrenBilingual proficiency preferred candidates who speak Spanish, Portuguese, or another language represented in our school community are encouraged to applyBachelors degree required; Masters degree preferredOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Visit us at www.osacps.org