Grade 7 Math Teacher

Grade 7 Math Teacher

Norwich Public Schools Kelly Magnet Middle School - Norwich, Connecticut. This job is also posted in Norwich Public School District.

Job : 5610217

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Middle School Math Teacher

• Valid CT State Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Master's Degree preferred
• Successful experience as a classroom teacher preferred

Reports to: Principal

General Description: Creates and delivers engaging and rigorous lessons to diverse groups of students at all levels. Promotes enthusiasm for learning and demonstrates an understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy. Adheres to district curriculum, state and national standards. Collects and reports detailed student data and performance. Maintains classroom order.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides a safe, positive learning environment for students
• Communicates with any and all staff who work with students
• Communicates with parents as per school guidelines on a regular basis
• Identifies and provides long‑term and short‑term objectives for the academic, physical, social and emotional needs of children in planning their educational needs
• Effectively meets the objectives of the Norwich Board of Education Curriculum, District Strategic Plan, and School Improvement Plan
• Prepares well‑planned lessons consistent with goals and objectives of school and district
• Adapts and revises lesson plans to meet specific student needs, complies with relevant information supports for each student
• Effectively delivers lessons in a comprehensive way
• Manages the diverse ability levels of all students and assists students with extra help and seeks out those who need it
• Maintains order and discipline among students while promoting safety and compliance with school rules and guidelines in a positive and responsive manner
• Keeps current and relevant in curriculum, assessment, and teaching and learning
• Selects and employs a variety of teaching techniques in presenting materials to students, providing individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
• Demonstrates a high degree of academic competence in certification area
• Maintains a growth mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and personal/collective professional development
• Demonstrates a high degree of self‑efficacy, holds herself/himself accountable for learner outcomes
• Facilitates problem‑solving, with a curious mind and critical thinking skills, showing a high degree of creative application in the implementation of data‑driven curriculum and practice
• Uses data and assessment information for diagnostic and modification purposes and to inform instruction
• Cooperates and maintains harmonious relationships with co‑workers and administrators by sharing ideas and instructional methods
• Contributes to committees and faculty meetings
• Facilitates the development of self‑worth and dignity of students
• Recognizes the relationship between social‑emotional learning and academic performance
• Maintains accurate records and submits required reports within designated time limits
• Takes care of classroom materials, displays, and equipment
• Kind, patient, fair, and maintains self‑control
• Speaks clearly, distinctly and correctly
• Possesses working familiarity with technology, internet, email, and related software

Our diverse student population benefits from teachers who have a strong background in the differentiation of instructional practice resulting in high levels of achievement for all students. Our teachers are essential in creating a learning community that respects all students.

Performing the job duties of this position requires the following physical demands: reaching, some lifting, standing, walking, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and/or crawling.

• Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment
• Occasional exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather

Salary and work year to be determined by the contract between the Norwich Board of Education and the Norwich Teachers League.

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support services.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $54,453 to $104,941 per year

See above qualifications.

• Human Resources Department
• 90 Town Street
• Norwich, Connecticut 06360
• Phone: 860‑823‑6284
• Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).