Classroom Teacher​/Mathematics

Position: Classroom Teacher / Mathematics
Job Description:

SCHOOL YEAR

TEACHER, MATHEMATICS GRADE 8

WEST ROCKS MIDDLE 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

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education

* Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines

* Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment

* Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom

* Demonstrates strong content knowledge

* Maintains accurate and complete records as required

* Conducts parent/teacher conferences

* Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed

* Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences

* Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed

* Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices

* Designs clear and specific learning assessments

* Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner

* Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior

* Maintains ongoing communication with parents

* Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials

* Establishes and maintains professional relationships

* Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

* Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for elementary school teaching

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

* Experience working with 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

QUALIFICATIONS

* Active 029 in Mathematics 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 Math.

* Expertise in writing instruction with an in-depth knowledge of language and written language development.

* 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 high school teaching.

* Ability to prepare and implement effective plans.

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days:
Monday - Friday

Salary:
In accordance with the NFT contract