Position Type:
Substitute/Long Term Substitute

Date Posted:
2/21/2024

Location:
Ponus Ridge Middle School
(High-Needs School)

Date Available:
February/2024

2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
ORCHESTRA / STRINGS TEACHER
PONUS RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Position Summary:

The Norwalk Public School is seeking a highly motivated and inspiring Strings teacher with experience in learner centered and culturally responsive practices. This position requires the ability to create a strong orchestra program that is artistically rigorous. The Strings teacher will teach and be responsible for providing instrument lessons.

Responsibilities

Instructional program:

• Instruct music courses that may include but are not limited to: Ensemble, strings, guitar, etc.
• Collaborate with Performing Arts Staff to showcase student work
• Successfully model instruction and implement differentiated instructional strategies that accelerate the skills and knowledge of the students.
• Demonstrate expertise in virtual learning and the ability to support students with virtual learning tools and technologies
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of assessment and diagnostic strategies in the arts
• Prepare effective lesson plans, units of study, curriculum maps and articulate clear expectations to student learners

Classroom Supervision:

• Create a brave space for students to explore their creative side and feel safe.
• Promote positive self-concept in each student; provide encouragement to each student to develop his or her full potential.
• Understand social and emotional adjustments of students.
• Promote student awareness and respect for different cultures.
• Promote collaboration and performer professionalism in the music classroom.
• Maintain records of individual students' progress through appropriate assessments. Provide feedback throughout the process.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and tardiness records.

Professional Responsibility

• Work in the interest of the students' physical and emotional welfare and to embrace a growth mindset.
• Accept and incorporate suggestions for classroom improvement.
• Participate in professional growth by attending workshops, taking courses, reading new literature, observing other teachers, attending in service training meetings, reviewing computer programs and offering in service to staff.
• Keep inventory of materials, equipment and supplies and work with school administration to order necessary materials for the classroom.
• Maintain contact with parents, guidance personnel as needed to evaluate students' academic and social growth.
• Take initiative to work collaboratively with other school departments; share ideas with faculty members and administration.
• Participate as appropriate in school-community public relations and successfully build community partnerships.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of people, including students, their parents and staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Connecticut Certification in Music 049 OR eligibility for successful completion of DSAP
• Minimum 3 years of successful teaching experience
• Master's Degree
• Ability to work with a diverse middle school student population

Days: Monday - Friday
Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract
1-39 Days: $110.00/day
40 Days: $254.38/day

Apply at
www.norwalkps.org Click Employment
NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability

02.21.2024