English​/Language Arts Teacher

English/Language Arts Teacher  School Year)

Union:
Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4(D) of the SEA Contract.

A competent English 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 English 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 English 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 English Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

• English, 4–12 (015)
• English, Middle School, 4–8 (215)

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.