General Science Teacher (Gr.7-8)

Sylvania; Bridgeport, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Public Schools seeks a General Science Teacher for Waltersville School (grades 7 & 8) in Bridgeport, CT. The role emphasizes designing engaging science lessons aligned with district goals and using educational technology to support learning.

The position requires strong communication, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional development, with a salary per the BEA/Board contract and on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Certification in General Science (034) is required.
• Three years of urban teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with science fairs and educational technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and adjusts instructional goals reflecting district/school objectives and student needs.
• Designs lessons that promote problem-solving, creativity and communication.
• Maintains behavior standards to foster self-discipline and positive relationships.
• Pursues ongoing professional development in content area and pedagogy.
• Plans activities addressing individual differences among students.
• Develops and evaluates quality formative and summative assessments.
• Monitors student progress against curriculum policies and goals.
• Engages parents and community members in supporting instruction.
• Involves parents in assessing student progress and needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Human relations

Education

General Science certification (034)

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

2026 - 2027 School Year
Bridgeport Public Schools
Human Resources Department
45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324
Bridgeport, CT 06604

GENERAL SCIENCE TEACHER (GR 7 & 8)

WALTERSVILLE SCHOOL

STEP/SALARY: BA - 6TH YEAR / $51,079.00 - $107,539.00*

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 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 certification: General Science (034) (234)
• Three years’ successful teaching experience in an urban setting preferred
• Experience in local or regional Science fairs
• 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 isin 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 Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.