9 jobs found in Amherst

Job Description Amherst-Pelham Regional School District Job Description Position: Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Principal Grade: Clerical Grade G Work Year: School Year (10 months) Reports to: Assistant Principal Position Overview The Administrative Assistant to the Assistant Principal provides high-level clerical and organizational support to ensure the effective functioning of the Assistant Principal's office. The position requires discretion, initiative, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality. Key Responsibilities MCAS Coordination (ARHS & ARMS): Support administration of state-mandated MCAS testing at Amherst Regional High School and Amherst Regional Middle School, including scheduling, materials organization, and communication with staff. 504 Team Scheduling: Coordinate and schedule 504 Plan team meetings in collaboration with Assistant Principals,...

Job Description The Amherst-Pelham Regional School District is seeking well-qualified candidates for the position of Mathematics teacher at the Amherst-Pelham Regional Middle School. This is a permanent, full-time, school-year position. The successful candidate will have experience and/or training to teach Math 7, Math 8, and Algebra 1. Candidates should: Be well-versed in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks Be able to articulate how the Common Core Standards for Mathematical Practice have informed their instruction Be familiar with and committed to providing low-floor, high-ceiling lessons to increase access to all students Have a growth mindset about students' ability to learn and do mathematics Be committed to anti-racist teaching and willing to take part in district-supported, ongoing professional development Understand and be committed to teaching and working with middle grade students Be able to collaborate effectively with department-level, team-level, and...

Job Description Special Education Teacher-Mild/Moderate Disabilities School Year: 2026-2027 Bargaining Unit: APEA Unit A The Amherst Regional Public School District (ARPS) is seeking a qualified, full-time Special Education Teacher specializing in mild/moderate disabilities for the 2026-2027 school year. ARPS seeks candidates who are dually licensed in Special Education and Mathematics or who hold a Special Education license and are willing to obtain licensure in Mathematics. Position Overview Under the direction of building administrators, the Special Education Teacher develops and delivers specially designed instruction to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities. The teacher evaluates student progress toward instructional objectives using data and serves as the IEP case manager for assigned students. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide direct academic instruction to individual students and...

Job Description We are seeking highly qualified candidates for a full-time Chinese World Language teaching opportunity, shared between Amherst Regional High School and Amherst Regional Middle School. The candidate would teach classes including Chinese 1 all the way up to AP Chinese Literature and Culture. The successful candidate will have current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE) teacher certification as an Academic, Chinese World Language teacher at the middle school and high school levels. Prior middle and high school teaching experience at secondary levels in Massachusetts public schools is also required. Position Type: Full-Time Positions Available: 1

Job Description The Amherst Public School District is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a part-time (60% FTE) School Adjustment Counselor position at Chestnut Street Academy, which serves students in Grade 6. Of the 60% FTE position, 20% FTE is contingent upon grant funding. The School Adjustment Counselor will work closely with the special education team, guidance counselor, administration, families and outside agencies/providers to address the school based needs of student IEPs. Highly qualified candidates possess the following: A successful candidate will be enthusiastic, committed to education, and willingly collaborate to meet diverse student needs. Strong positive, effective written and oral communication skills Ability to build effective, collaborative relationships with students, paraeducators, teachers, service providers, program coordinator, administration, families, educational team leaders, outside agencies, and to work as part of a professional...

Job Description The Amherst Public School District is seeking a part-time (60%) highly qualified candidate for the position of Guidance Counselor for Chestnut Street Academy. Chestnut Street Academy approximate population is 140 sixth (6th) grade students. A successful candidate will be enthusiastic, committed to education, and willingly collaborate to meet diverse student needs. The counselor will have the following roles and responsibilities including but not limited to: Provide group and individual counseling services Design and deliver tiered supports and interventions Meet regularly with grade-level teams Tier 1 & 2 interventions Ongoing development and implementation of school-wide bullying prevention and intervention Provide classroom-based support and interventions to students Deliver classroom-based lessons to promote a positive school and class climate Collaborate and consult with school personnel on topics related to social/emotional...

Job Description Principal - Summit Academy Amherst, Massachusetts Start Date: September 1, 2026 The Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools is seeking an experienced, student-centered educational leader to serve as the next Principal of Summit Academy, the district's Public Day School program serving students with significant social, emotional, behavioral, and learning needs. Summit Academy provides specialized programming designed to support students requiring highly structured, therapeutic, and individualized educational environments. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and compassionate leader with a strong background in Special Education, deep knowledge of therapeutic and behavioral programming, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive and student-centered practices. This position requires an instructional leader who understands the complexity of supporting students with diverse learning profiles while fostering a safe, supportive, and academically...

Job Description Head Start Teacher Preschool (Amherst) $5,000 sign on bonus Join our collaborative team providing relationship-based care and education to preschoolers. Excellent ratios. Brazelton Touchpoint Site, offering ongoing training and support. Minimum AA degree with EEC Lead Teacher certification. Full time (37.5 hours a week); full year. Salary Range: $22.14-25.59/hour + bilingual differential, if applicable. We have outstanding supervision, training and benefits. We offer Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plans, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance,Sick, Vacation, Float time and 12.5 paid Holidays. Community Action is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation, including CORI, DCF, SORI, and fingerprint-based national CORI, NCOR, and out of state checks if applicable, and driving record check....

Job Description Head Start Site Director (Amherst) $7,500 sign on bonus Join us to make a meaningful difference to young children, and their Families! Head Start program seeks an experienced leader to run educational services for a five-classroom site that serves infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Must have demonstrated ability to develop authentic and professional relationships with children, families, and staff. Brazelton Touchpoint Site, offering ongoing training and support. Minimum qualifications include a BA in Early Childhood Education or directly related field with early education and supervisory experience, EEC Director Certified. Spanish speakers strongly encouraged to apply. Annual salary range $71,849-$76,220, plus bilingual differential if applies. We have outstanding supervision, training and benefits. We offer Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Plans, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance,Sick, Vacation,...