Position:

Grade 1 Teacher, Expanded Learning Time Program*

Fletcher-Maynard Academy

The Fletcher-Maynard Community:

Fletcher Maynard Academy is an inclusive, student-centered elementary school serving students from PreK to Grade 5 in the heart of Cambridge. Our school is committed to equity, innovation, and academic excellence. FMA fosters a positive, professional, and collaborative environment where students thrive through strong relationships, engaging instruction, and a whole-child approach. We are proud of our culturally diverse community and work in partnership with families to close opportunity gaps and support every child's success.

The Opportunity:

The First Grade Teacher will:

Establish a safe, respectful, inclusive, and academically rigorous classroom environment aligned with FMA's core values: Cooperation, Accountability, Respect, Engagement, and Safety (Our Five Bees). Implement high-quality instruction using the Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) and Illustrative Math curricula. Integrate social-emotional learning using a schoolwide program, Wayfinder. Plan differentiated lessons that meet the academic and developmental needs of all students, including English Learners, students with IEPs, and those needing enrichment or intervention. Use data-driven instructional practices, including formative and summative assessments, to monitor student growth and inform teaching. Collaborate with colleagues in grade-level and cross-grade teams, specialists, and support staff to ensure coherent, integrated instruction. Maintain strong communication with families and caregivers, fostering partnerships that support student learning and wellbeing. Maintain accurate records for attendance, academic progress, and student behavior using school and district platforms (e.g., Aspen, Educators' Handbook). Participate in professional development, instructional rounds, and schoolwide improvement initiatives to support student achievement and school climate. *Please note that the Expanded Learning Time program requires an 8 hour and 25 minute workday for this position.

Your Skill Set:

As the incoming Grade 1st Teacher, you will possess many, though perhaps not all, of the following characteristics and qualifications: Massachusetts State Elementary 1-6 teacher certification and SEI Endorsement (required) Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university, Master's degree in elementary education preferred Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive teaching Strong classroom management and organizational skills Familiarity with or willingness to learn CKLA, Illustrative Math, and SEL programming Experience in an urban public school or diverse learning environment Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and trauma-informed practices Bilingual or multilingual skills (especially Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, or Amharic)

At FMA, we believe that culture, creativity, and academic challenge should be at the center of every classroom. If you are ready to help us continue building a vibrant, inclusive school community, we welcome your application. For more information, contact Mr. Robert Tynes, Principal Fletcher Maynard Academy at btynes@cpsd.us or 617-349- 6588.

How to Join Our Team:

Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.