Norwalk Public Schools is Hiring a Teacher - English (2023-2024 SY) Near Norwalk, CT
JobID: 8473
Position Type: High School Teaching/Teacher - English
Date Posted: 8/29/2023
Location: Norwalk High School
Date Available: August/2023
2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR TEACHER - ENGLISH NORWALK HIGH SCHOOL
POSITION SUMMARY: Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning. Seeking an English teacher to support the credit recovery program for the Norwalk Public Schools. Should be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment. .Need a teacher who collaborates well in a small-setting with a diverse population, is flexible and dynamic, and is excited about teaching. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education
Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines
Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
Demonstrate strong content knowledge of English
Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Conduct parent/teacher conferences
Assess student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
Keep parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
Design clear and specific learning assessments
Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintain ongoing communication with parents
Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
Establish and maintain professional relationships
Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching of English
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Experience working with adolescent students in a diverse school setting
Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Prior teaching experience preferred
Special Skills include knowledge of English education in other countries or project-based learning
QUALIFICATIONS:
Active 015 CDE Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
Knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in English.
Demonstrated and successful experience in a multi-cultural setting.
Demonstrated ability to teach high school classes. Experience with team teaching. Urban experience.
Human relations skills to work effectively with students, parents, school administrators and school staff.
Knowledge of teaching methods, materials and education practices applicable to secondary school teaching.
Ability to prepare effective plans.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate
Days: Monday – Friday, July - August Salary: In line with the NFT Contract
Apply at www.norwalkpublicschools.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.