Classroom Teacher​/Languages

Position: Classroom Teacher / World Languages
Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Provides effective foreign/second language instruction to elementary students (Grades K - Grade
5). K-5 foreign/second language teachers instruct students in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in a language other than English while fostering cultural appreciation.

Foreign/Second Language positions include but not limited to:
Spanish, French, Sign Language (ASL), German, Mandarin Chinese, Latin, and Arabic.

Assists pupils in need of help and prepares lessons, tests, and evaluations. Actively participates in committee work (departmental, curriculum, etc.), staff meetings, and conferences with pupils, parents, colleagues, administration, and parents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adheres to rules, regulations, and bylaws of the Board of Education.

Complies promptly with all administrative directives issued by the superintendent of schools or any administrative subordinate within the scope of his authority.

Maintains a strong working knowledge and application of the philosophy, courses of study, techniques, and objectives applicable to the area of specialization and assignment.

Directs and evaluates the learning experiences of the pupil.

Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to good instruction.

Ensures parents are accurately informed of student growth and development.

Participates in in-service education programs and professional growth activities, including faculty committees and system-wide committee assignments.

Participates in assignments and activities to promote better school-community relations (parent conferences, activities, etc).

Performs other specific duties as assigned by the building administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Proper Connecticut teaching certification required. Academic preparation; knowledge of best practices across the curriculum and ability to modify the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners. Must be a flexible collaborator with an understanding of children's developmental stages.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits in accordance with the negotiated agreement between the Windsor Board of Education and the Windsor Education Association.

Requirements:

Must possess or be eligible for CT certification such as:

018 French, 4-12; 019 German, 4-12; 020 Italian, 4-12; 021 Latin & Classical Humanities, 4-12; 022 Russian, 4-12; 023 Spanish, 4-12; 024 Other World Language, 4-12; 055 Partially Sighted, PK-12; 057 Deaf or Hard of Hearing, PK-12; 059 Blind, PK-12; 101 World Language Instructor, Elementary 317 Portuguese, Grades 4-12; 318 Mandarin Chinese, Grades 4-12

Application Process:

Apply Online...(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Windsor Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non-discrimination laws.

Windsor Public Schools shall not deny access to or a fair opportunity to meet, or otherwise discriminate, against any youth group listed as a patriotic society in Title 36 of the United States Code that wishes to conduct a meeting using school facilities pursuant to Board of Education policy. Windsor Public Schools do not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

District Title IX Coordinator:
Danielle Batchelder, Chief of Operations / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, . District 504 Coordinator:
Mary Cristofaro, Director of Pupil & Special Education Services / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, .