EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – ELEMENTARY TEACHERAbout New Beginnings Family AcademyOpened in September 2002 offering grades K-3, New Beginnings Family Academy (“NBFA”) offers active andengaging learning experiences from Pre-K through 6th grade. NBFA is a tuition-free, public charter school proudlydistinguished by:• Social, emotional and academic learning steeped in child development best practices• Small class sizes and two adults per classroom• An emotionally responsive model that weaves trauma-informed practice into every classroom• Parental involvement, in and outside of the classroomNBFA is located at 184 Garden Street, Bridgeport, CT. NBFA is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverseworkplace. NBFA respects, values, and celebrates the unique attributes of all stakeholders: employees, students,families, and members of its’ Board of Directors.Mission-Driven Culture:NBFA employees thrive in a collaborative environment of thoughtful self-reflective professionals on a mission tochange the life outcomes of Bridgeport youth by narrowing the nefarious achievement gap. Our mission is toprovide students a meaningful, high-quality education through experience-based learning to develop essentialsocial, emotional, and critical-thinking skills to give all children the foundation to achieve their potential.Summary:The Elementary Teacher is responsible for delivering developmentally-appropriate, challenging and engaginginstruction in the content area(s) consistent with his/her certification while developing meaningful relationshipswith students that foster a love of learning. The Elementary Teacher must build and maintain open lines ofcommunication with families to encourage parents/guardians to become education advocates for their children.The Elementary Teacher must comply with state and federal education laws and regulations at all times.Principal Responsibilities:? Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged inmeaningful learning experiences? Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds,learning styles and special needs? Work collaboratively with Special Education Teachers and Interventionists to ensure children meet IEP goals? Continually use data to inform instructional decisions? Prepare and submit developmentally appropriate, on-time lesson plans for daily activities? Provide a structured positive classroom which encourages students to think critically? Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures? Communicate effectively and regularly, orally and in writing, with students and parents? Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment school-wide? Participate in school-wide and grade-level data teams and Professional Learning Communities to share bestpractices and help improve overall school performance? Ensure that student growth is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and program? Establish and maintain cooperative and respectful relationships with students, parents and school personnel? Assume responsibility for meeting school-wide student performance goals? Satisfy professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules,attending grade level meetings, and professional performance of all duties? Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and leadersCertification, Knowledge and Skills:? Current State of Connecticut Teacher Certification 001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 013, 113 or 305? Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary or Early Childhood Education or appropriate subject matter, Master’s Degreepreferred? Aspire to master his/her content area or subject matter and be willing and able to receive constructivecriticism to achieve this goal? Be willing and able to offer and receive constructive feedback? Understand that all work responsibilities are subject to performance goals and/or targets established as part ofthe Board’s and NBFA’s organizational planning? Fervently believe in NBFA’s mission and be willing to work diligently to positively impact the life outcomes ofour studentsBenefits:? Friendly work environment? Health coverage includes medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits (generous portion of premium paidby NBFA)? Life, AD & D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance? All certified personnel participate in the Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board (“CTRB”).? Professional Development Opportunities? Ten (10) paid holidays plus school closes year-end, for Spring Break and Summer Vacation? Vacation / Sick Leave / Personal Time per Collective Bargaining AgreementClassification:Full-Time/Exempt/185 daysCompensation:Per Collective Bargaining Agreement