Grade 5 ELA​/Social Studies Teacher

Grade 5 ELA/Social Studies Teacher

Putnam Middle School is seeking an innovative and motivated Grade 5 ELA/Social Studies Teacher. The ideal candidate will creatively and collaboratively inspire a love of reading, writing, and history, delivering high-quality humanities instruction that supports student achievement and critical thinking. We are looking for an educator who can build a caring, supportive classroom environment that helps each student reach their potential while exploring the complexities of our world through literature and social studies.

Putnam Middle School offers a strong, collaborative culture of caring educators who leverage resources to nurture and challenge our students. Putnam facilitates strong district-wide alignment and support across all three schools in the district to ensure the student's educational experience prepares them for the real world.

• Instructional Design:
  Design and implement engaging ELA and Social Studies lessons in line with grade-level curriculum and state standards.
• Classroom Culture:
  Foster a classroom environment built on mutual respect, intellectual curiosity, and inclusivity.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with the 5th-grade team to support interdisciplinary learning and holistic student well-being.
• Data-Driven Practice:
  Utilize assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet the diverse needs of all learners.
• Communication:
  Maintain open and professional communication with students, families, and administration.

• Certification:
  Valid CT Teaching License/Certificate with appropriate endorsement (001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 013, or 305), or eligibility for certification.
• Experience:
  
  Previous middle school classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of 5th-grade developmental milestones and pedagogical best practices.
• Skills:
  
  Excellent classroom management, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Background Check:
  Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and meet all district employment requirements

School Year

Determined by contractual agreement

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer