Anticipated : Language Teacher (.FTE

Anticipated Opening:
World Language Teacher (.6 FTE)

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Foreign Language
• Date Posted: 7/7/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/18/2026
• Closing Date:
  When Filled

Location:

Sharon Center School – Region One School District, Sharon, Connecticut

Start Date:

August 18, 2026

Sharon Center School is seeking a highly qualified, collaborative, and student‑centered educator for an anticipated 0.6 FTE World Language Teacher position beginning with the 2026–2027 school year.

We welcome candidates with Connecticut certification in Spanish, French, or another World Language who are passionate about language instruction, cultural awareness, and helping students become confident communicators. The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards‑based instruction for students in grades K–8, fostering language acquisition, cultural understanding, and a lifelong appreciation for world languages.

Sharon Center School is a high‑performing K–8 public school located in the scenic Northwest Corner of Connecticut and is part of the Region One School District. Our small class sizes, strong partnerships with families, and collaborative faculty create an exceptional learning environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We value curiosity, kindness, creativity, and the development of globally minded learners.

At Sharon Center School, we strive to develop students who:

• Communicate effectively for a variety of purposes and audiences.
• Demonstrate perseverance when faced with challenges.
• Think critically, solve problems, and pursue meaningful inquiry.
• Appreciate diverse cultures and perspectives.
• Take initiative and make responsible decisions that support their learning and well‑being.

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards‑based world language instruction for students in grades K–8.
• Foster a classroom environment that encourages communication, collaboration, and confidence in language learning.
• Incorporate speaking, listening, reading, and writing through authentic and engaging learning experiences.
• Promote cultural awareness and global citizenship through language instruction.
• Assess student learning and use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school‑wide initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.

• Bachelor's Degree required;
  Master's Degree preferred.
• Valid Connecticut teaching certification in World Language, including but not limited to:
• 023 – Spanish
• 018 – French
• Other applicable World Language certifications will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of world language pedagogy and second language acquisition.
• Experience working with upper elementary and/or middle school students preferred.
• Strong classroom management and relationship‑building skills.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging, and culturally responsive learning environment.
• Benefits, work year, and working conditions are established by the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

At Sharon Center School, you'll become part of a supportive and collaborative learning community where educators are valued, students are engaged, and strong relationships are at the heart of our work. Our small school setting allows teachers to know every student, collaborate closely with colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through engaging, student‑centered instruction.

• Applicants will be screened on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.
• Interviews with a possible callback.

For more information, please get in touch with Carol Tomkalski, Principal, at ctomkalski or at .

Regional School District No. 1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.