General Science Teacher - Grades 7 & 8 (Urban Education)

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

Job summary

Bridgeport Public Schools is seeking a General Science Teacher for Park City Magnet School (grades 7 & 8) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a General Science certification and urban teaching experience, with a salary step range from $51,079 to $107,539 annually.

The teacher will design engaging, standards-aligned lessons, incorporate technology, conduct formative and summative assessments, and involve families in student progress while collaborating with the school community.

Qualifications

• Certification: General Science (034) (234) required.
• Three years’ urban teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in local or regional Science fairs.
• Experience in the use of educational technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and adjusts instructional goals and objectives reflecting district/school goals and student needs.
• Designs lessons with problem-solving, creativity, and real-world connections.
• Establishes and 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, administers, and evaluates formative and summative assessments.
• Monitors and evaluates student progress relative to curriculum goals.
• Encourages and involves parents and community in support of instruction.
• Involves parents in assessment of their children's progress and needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Educational technology

Science fairs experience

Urban teaching experience

Education

General Science certification (034)(234)

Job description

Bridgeport Public Schools is seeking a General Science Teacher for Park City Magnet School (grades 7 & 8) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires a General Science certification and urban teaching experience, with a salary step range from $51,079 to $107,539 annually.

The teacher will design engaging, standards-aligned lessons, incorporate technology, conduct formative and summative assessments, and involve families in student progress while collaborating with the school community.