Elementary Teacher (Gr. 6)

Bridgeport Public Schools; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher for the upcoming school year. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans that promote problem-solving and communication skills while fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in urban education and a commitment to professional development. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and community involvement, making a significant impact on students' lives and their academic journeys. If you are passionate about teaching and eager to inspire young minds, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Three years' successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes instructional goals and objectives to reflect student needs.
• Designs lessons that foster problem-solving and creativity.
• Monitors and evaluates students' progress in relation to curriculum.

Skills

Educational Technology

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Classroom Management

Education

Connecticut Certification: Elementary (305)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

2024 - 2025 School Year

Bridgeport Public Schools

Human Resources Department

45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324

Bridgeport, CT 06604

ELEMENTARY TEACHER (Gr. 6)

READ SCHOOL

STEP/SALARY: BA - 6TH YEAR / $50,825.00 - $102,758.00*

Responsibilities

• Establishes and (as necessary) adjusts instructional goals and objectives, to reflect district/school goals, curriculum policies, and the knowledge, skills, progress, and needs of one's students.
• Designs lessons that provide an opportunity for problem-solving, creativity, and communication skills in relation to authentic, real-world problems.
• Establishes and maintains standards for behavior that foster student self-discipline and positive relationships among students.
• Commits to on-going professional development in content area and pedagogy.
• Plans learning activities to address individual differences among students.
• Develops, administers, and evaluates quality formative and summative assessments that reflect a balance of content knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Monitors and evaluates students' progress in relation to district/school curriculum policies and other planned goals and objectives.
• Encourages, secures and maintains the involvement of parents and other community members in support of instruction.
• Involves parents in the assessment of their children's progress and needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Required Connecticut Certification: Elementary (305)
• Three years' successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred.
• Experience in the use of educational technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
  
  

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities, qualifications, physical, and cognitive, which comprise this position. The above is intended to be a fair representation of the "typical" demands of the position. In all cases, these relationships, functions, and their applications are subject to change by the Superintendent.

• This position is in accordance with the Agreement between the Bridgeport Education Association (BEA) and the Bridgeport Board of Education. The salary will follow the contract and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  
  

It is the policy of the Bridgeport Board of Education not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, present or past mental disorder, mental retardation, or learning ability, in any of its education programs, activities, or employment practices. The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.