Long Term Substitute Teacher - Norwalk, United States - Norwalk Public Schools

Norwalk Public Schools

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Norwalk, United States

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Description

JobID: 8812

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Teacher - Art
Date Posted:

5/7/2024
Location:

Norwalk High School
Date Available:
May/2024

SCHOOL YEAR

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER - ART

NORWALK HIGH SCHOOL

Position Summary

Instruct students in the specific area of art, help students learn art and the skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning.

Responsibilities

Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education
Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines
Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
Demonstrates strong content knowledge
Maintains accurate and complete records as required
Conducts parent/teacher conferences
Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
Informs parents of student progress, through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
Designs clear and specific learning assessments
Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintains ongoing communication with parents
Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
Establishes and maintains professional relationships
Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for elementary school teaching

Knowledge/Skills

Experience working with students in a diverse school setting
Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problemsolving skills
Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts

Qualifications

Active 042 CSDE Certification in art, as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
Knowledge and skills acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in Art.
Demonstrated and successful experience in a multicultural setting.
Fluency in Spanish preferred.
Demonstrated ability to teach elementary school art classes. Experience with team teaching. Urban experience.
Human relations skills to work effectively with students, parents, school administrators and school staff.
Knowledge of teaching methods, materials and education practices applicable to elementary school teaching.
Ability to prepare effective plans.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days:
Monday - Friday

Salary:
In accordance with the NFT contract

39 Days:

$110.00/day

40+ Days:
$254.38/day

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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.