Elementary Teacher (Grade K-6) – 1 year contract

Wethersfield Public Schools; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wethersfield Public Schools in Connecticut seeks an elementary teacher (K-6) on a 1-year contract to deliver engaging instruction under the Principal’s direction. The role includes ongoing assessment, feedback to students and families, and maintaining performance records while pursuing professional growth.

The incumbent will collaborate with colleagues to plan lessons, use varied teaching methods to meet diverse needs, and participate in extracurricular activities and professional development to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Connecticut Elementary Certification (013, 305) required.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate effectively with staff, parents, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create and deliver daily lesson plans with colleagues.
• Provide instruction using diverse teaching methods for varied learners.
• Prepare materials for classroom activities.
• Observe, assess and communicate student progress.
• Manage classroom behavior and implement positive behavior strategies.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students needing extra support.
• Deliver creative class experiential activities.
• Participate in school events and professional development activities.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Connecticut Elementary Certification (013, 305)

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

Wethersfield Public Schools

Wethersfield, CT

Elementary Teacher (Grade K-6) – 1 year contract

The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students’ ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff and continuous learning.

Position: Elementary Teacher (K-6) (1 year contract)

School: District (one of five elementary schools)

Reports To: Principal

Start Date: Immediate

Compensation: $57,847-$114,618 (full-time annual)

Application Date: Position will remain open until filled

Our district has an opening for an anticipated grade K-6 elementary teacher who will work under the direction of the school Principal to provide an exceptional and nurturing learning environment where students feel safe, valued and respected. The elementary teacher may have varied assignments throughout the school year. On a daily basis the teacher will deliver instruction, continually assess student progress and growth, provide ongoing student supervision, regularly share written and verbal feedback with students and families, maintain records of student performance, and continually seek to develop professionally to bring the most current and innovative learning practices to the classroom.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Partner with colleagues to plan, create and deliver daily lesson plans;
• Provide instruction (individually and in groups) using a variety of teaching methods to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles and varying needs/interests;
• Prepare materials for classroom activities;
• Observe, assess and communicate student progress (academic, behavioral, social, physical);
• Manage classroom behavior and employ positive behavior practices to drive culture/climate;
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring additional support;
• Explore and deliver creative class experiential activities;
• Actively participate in wide variety of school day and extracurricular events as planned, including activities centered around professional development;
• Responsibly fulfill additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree;
• Current Connecticut Teacher Elementary Certification (013, 305);
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work cooperatively with other office personnel;
• Ability to handle and treat information confidentially;
• Ability to relate effectively with staff, parents, students and the public;
• Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities;
• Ability to work independently and with a sense of urgency;
• Ability to motivate students, inspire trust and confidence in students, while working with patience and understanding.

Wethersfield Public School System-Nondiscrimination Policy
The Wethersfield Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and equal access to Boy Scouts of America and to other designated youth groups. The Wethersfield Public Schools does 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 of 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 nondiscrimination laws. The Department of Education does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Wethersfield Public School System’s nondiscrimination policies and practices should be directed to: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 127 Hartford Avenue, Wethersfield, CT 06109