Humanities Teacher - SY

6th Grade Humanities Teacher

Danbury Public Schools is a diverse community located in the western part of Connecticut and serving more than 12,500 students spread across the City of Danbury, Connecticut. We are committed to cultivating equity and excellence for all of our students, closing the opportunity gaps, and preparing students for post-secondary success. The mission of Danbury Public Schools, in partnership with families and the community, is to provide transformational learning experiences, designed to nurture thoughtful and prepared graduates.

We have set very ambitious and rigorous goals to assure that our students graduate prepared to transform our world, and we are always searching for staff who are committed to our mission and the success of our students.

Our schools range from 13 different and unique elementary schools including an interdistrict magnet school for International Studies, to three middle schools, including an intradistrict magnet school focused on STEM and World Studies, to our flagship Danbury Career Academies that are transforming how we deliver education to students with a wide range of interests taught by a faculty with real world and academic experiences.

DPS recruits and commits to educators with passion, who are committed to our vision to aspire to advance ALL learners to their highest potential.

The Danbury Public Schools is seeking a passionate and student-centered 6th Grade Humanities Teacher to inspire and support middle school learners in English Language Arts and Social Studies. The successful candidate will create an engaging, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom where students develop strong literacy, communication, critical thinking, and inquiry skills. The ideal candidate collaborates effectively with colleagues, builds meaningful relationships with students and families, and is committed to meeting the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of all learners.

• Implement the district-approved curriculum in English Language Arts and Social Studies in accordance with the Danbury Board of Education's scope and sequence.
• Create and maintain a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
• Establish and reinforce clear classroom expectations, routines, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver standards-based lessons that incorporate differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Foster students' reading, writing, speaking, listening, research, and critical thinking skills through engaging instructional practices.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and technology to support student learning.
• Design and implement formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Analyze student performance data to identify areas for intervention, enrichment, and instructional improvement.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and attendance as required.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress through conferences, report cards, interim reports, and other means.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, special education staff, interventionists, and other educators to support student success.
• Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), faculty meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Assist in the selection and implementation of instructional materials and resources.
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous growth.
• Support school-wide initiatives and contribute positively to the school community.

Knowledge of best instructional practices for upper elementary and middle school learners. Strong understanding of literacy instruction, reading comprehension, writing development, and social studies content. Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the academic, linguistic, and social-emotional needs of a diverse student population. Experience creating culturally responsive and student-centered learning environments. Excellent classroom management and organizational skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, families, and administrators. Experience integrating educational technology into classroom instruction. Prior teaching experience preferred.

Active Connecticut State Department of Education Elementary Certification (305) (Grades K-6) required. Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field required;
Master's degree preferred. Demonstrated success working with diverse student populations. Knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies for literacy and social studies. Ability to plan, organize, and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction. Strong human relations skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and administrators. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the…