What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School English Teacher position at Westport Public Schools?
- Teaching experience preferred; and
- CT Certification Required (015).
JobID: 2127
Position Type:
High School Teaching/English
High School Teaching/English
Date Posted:
7/10/2026
7/10/2026
Location:
Staples High School
Staples High School
Date Available:
08/20/2026
08/20/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
Description
Staples High School is searching for an English Teacher to join a talented team of educators. The English Department fosters a community of critical thinkers through reading, writing, and discussion. Our coursework engages students critically and creatively in both language and literature.
Qualifications:
Salary: According to the Teachers' contract (2025-2028)
(see website www.westportps.org/employment – personnel contracts)
Starting Date: August 20, 2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Application Procedures:
Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2127 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.)
External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2127 (Paper copies will not be accepted.)
The Westport Board of Education (the "Board") will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.