Thank you for your interest in employment with the Farmington River Regional School District. We invite you to share in the rich, personal satisfaction of belonging to a community of teachers and staff who are dedicated to helping children learn and live better lives. Our primary goal is to recruit, develop, and retain exceptional employees who are committed to promoting educational excellence.
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Seeking applicants for the 2025-2026 School Year:
School District Treasurer – Posted 3-10-26
Farmington River Regional School District, Otis, MA. seeks a qualified person to serve as School District Treasurer.
Farmington River is a small rural community school of about 190 students PK-12, with one class of each grade level. The general roles of the School District Treasurer are to provide supervisory oversight of the district’s financial operations, stewardship of the district’s accounts and assurance to the school committee and town governments that public funds are being used for their intended purposes. Duties include:
- Maintenance of the “cash book:” recording all activity that may affect cash on a monthly basis.
- Certification of E&D (Excess and Deficiency) Funds: assisting with the processing of end-of-year reports and verifying all balances filed to the state.
- Assessment certification: once the school committee has adopted a budget, submit certification of town assessments to town governments and finance committees.
- Annual Audit: Support auditors by providing Cash Book records and information related to the internal financial controls used by the district to ensure separation of duties.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: The School District Treasurer should have a background in finance or accounting, preferably in the area of municipal or public finance. A degree in the areas of business, finance, accounting and/or public administration is preferred. An intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel is needed.
HOURS/DAYS OF WORK: Approximately 6-10 hours per month, remote work is possible
COMPENSATION: Annual stipend, negotiable
TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest with the name and contacts of three references to: Timothy Lee, Superintendent, Farmington River Regional School District, 555 North Main Road, PO Box 679, Otis, MA 01253
DEADLINE: open until filled, orientation to commence in May or June of 2026, assuming responsibilities on or about July of 2026
CORI background checks and fingerprinting are required for all applicants prior to hire.
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
Cafeteria Worker (part-time, limited-term, leave replacement) – Posted 3-17-26
Farmington River is a small rural community school of about 115 students, with one class of each grade level. The school seeks a positive and detail-oriented person to assist with cafeteria operations for the first four months of the 2026-2027 school year.
WORK HOURS/DAYS: School days, M-F approximately 4 hours per day from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Duration of assignment will be a minimum of 4 months including September, October, November and December.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: This position will work with the food service director and cafeteria staff to realize daily preparation and serving of school meals to Farmington River students. Kitchen/food service experience is preferred. The school district will reimburse for ServSafe training as needed. Employees must pass a CORI background check and fingerprint-based criminal history check.
COMPENSATION: Per FRREA Contract
TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest with the name and contacts of three references to: Timothy Lee, Superintendent, Farmington River Regional School District, 555 North Main Road, PO Box 679, Otis, MA 01253
DEADLINE: open until filled
CORI background checks and fingerprinting are required for all applicants prior to hire.
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
Music Teacher (0.4 FTE) 2026-2027 – Posted 3-11-26
Farmington River Elementary School in Otis, MA is seeking a part-time music teacher (2 days a week) to provide instruction in general music for grades PK-6 and instrumental music for grades 4-6. Responsibilities of this position include planning and preparation for two school concerts (winter and spring) and some student supervisory responsibility as assigned by the principal. Opportunities for additional stipend activites may be available.
Farmington River is a small rural community school of about 130 students with one class of each grade level. Our elementary music program is aimed at building a joyful appreciation of music and a growing understanding of music concepts. The ideal candidate will have the skill and creativity to meet these aims by providing musical experiences in voice, movement, instruments, and performance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MA DESE License as an Elementary General Music Teacher (individuals with similar licensure in other states will be considered with the intent to apply for MA liensure when hired).
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Music Education, or Related Field
- Experience teaching instrumental music at the elementary level
- Commitment to the 2-day per week schedule as established by the school
COMPENSATION: Salary and benefits shall be commensurate with experience and education level and based on placement on the FRREA teachers’ contract.
TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest, resume, licensure information, and three letters of reference to: Timothy Lee, Superintendent, Farmington River Regional School District, 555 North Main Road, PO Box 679, Otis, MA 01253
CORI background checks and fingerprinting are required for all applicants prior to hire.
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
Van Driver (Part-time) – Posted 4-10-25
FRRSD seeks a conscientious individual with a clean driving record to serve in the role of regular or back-up van driver. Hours could include AM and/or PM shifts. Holding the MA RMV 7D Pupil Transport or school bus endorsement is preferred, but the district may assist in obtaining the 7D endorsement.
TO APPLY: Please email completed district application form, a letter of interest, a current resume, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of licensure (Van Driver applications: completed district application form, copy of driver’s license only) to: Timothy Lee, Superintendent, tlee@frrsd.org
DEADLINE: Candidates for the teacher position, please provide application materials by 4/25/25. Other positions shall remain open until filled.
CORI background checks and fingerprinting are required for all applicants prior to hire.
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (Updated 4/10/25):
POSITION STATEMENT: Substitute teachers work on a per-diem / on call basis and perform day to day assignments to fill positions due to the absence of the regularly assigned teacher. Substitute teachers are responsible for maintaining meaningful instruction by helping students learn subject matter material and skills that are required for learning outcomes..
Essential Substitute Teacher Functions:
- Assume all duties of the regular classroom teacher or paraprofessional promptly and in accordance with school rules. This may include lunch, recess/playground, or any other duties assigned by the building principal.
- Review all plans and scheduled to be followed during the school day.
- Maintain the established routines and procedures of the district, school, and classroom to which you are assigned.
- Follow all policies, rules and procedures outlined by the district and the building principal.
- Teach or support lessons as outlined within the permanent teacher’s sub plan and consult with the Principal’s office to gain clarity for any item or procedure not specified within the sub plan.
- Make appropriate use of media and instructional materials (as applicable).
- Assume responsibility for overseeing student behavior throughout the school day and take reasonable steps to ensure student safety and proper use of equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Obtain working knowledge of all emergency procedures.
- Maintain an instructional environment that promotes learning, safety and the well-being of the students.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district, or school policies and procedures.
- Maintain and respect the confidentiality of student and school personnel information you may learn while working within your assigned roles.
- Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.
Education:
- Educators with licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education receive $110 per day with the completion of timesheets.
- Substitute teachers without a license receive $90 per day with the completion of timesheets.
Job Requirements:
- A minimum of a high school diploma
- All offers of employment with the Farmington River Regional School District are contingent upon satisfactory completion of the employment screening process to include SAFIS (CHRI) Federal and CORI State background check results.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Substitute Rates – NEW, effective October 1st, 2025:
- Substitute (no degree): $120.00/day
- Substitute (degree, not licensed): $135.00/day
- Substitute (degree, licensed): $150.00/day
- Long-Term Substitute Rates (30+ calendar days) will be at the discretion of the Principal after evaluating the needs of the position and the qualifications of the substitute staff.
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
Substitute Van Drivers (Updated 4/10/25)
Job Description:
- Prepared to fill in for drivers during one of both shifts: 6:15-8:45 or 2:15-4:00
- Ability to operate an 10-passenger van
- Safely transport students
- 21 years or older
- Valid MA Drivers License
- 7D License or CDL Preferred
- CORI and drug Test
- Knowledge of Sandisfield and Otis roads are a plus.
- A minimum of a high school diploma
- $18 per hour without benefits
FRRSD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, visibility, or any other status protected by law in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.
Please Click Here to Download the Farmington River Regional School District Employment Application.
