Westover Magnet Elementary School: Long-term Substitute Elementary Teacher - Grade 3

Westover Magnet Elementary School:
Long-term Substitute Elementary Teacher - Grade 3

Overview

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 40 days. Certification requirements:
Connecticut State Department of Education certification is preferred. If you are not currently certified in CT but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

• Certified: $200 per day
• Uncertified: $175 per day

Online application is required. The application must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume. “See attached resume” is not acceptable.

A competent Elementary Teacher understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The Elementary Teacher stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The Elementary Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction.

In addition, the Elementary Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

See job description attached at the bottom right of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
• Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
• External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.