Science Teacher - Chemistry - Long-Term Substitute

Danbury Public Schools CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Danbury Public Schools seeks a Chemistry teacher for a long-term substitute position to cover a leave of absence from September 14 through October 26. The candidate should create a student-centered, problem-based learning environment, collaborate well with colleagues, and engage a diverse student population.

Responsibilities include following the district's scope and sequence, preparing objective-driven lessons, maintaining records, and communicating with parents.

Qualifications

• Active 031 CDE Chemistry Certification required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Chemistry.
• Experience in multicultural urban settings.
• Proven ability to teach high school chemistry.
• Strong human relations skills with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Follow scope and sequence defined by the Danbury Board of Education.
• Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines.
• Manage classroom and student behavior to maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Prepare lesson plans with clear objectives and appropriate techniques.
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Chemistry.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with parents.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences and assess student progress.
• Collaborate with teams in a diverse setting and participate in professional learning.

Skills

Experience with adolescent students

Team teaching

Clear written and verbal communication

Active listening

Collaboration

Organizational and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or Chemistry

Active 031 CDE Chemistry Certification

Multicultural urban setting experience

Job description

Long-Term Substitute for Leave of Absence - September 14 through October 26

Danbury Public Schools is a diverse community located in the western part of Connecticut and serving more than 12,500 students spread across the City of Danbury, Connecticut. We are committed to cultivating equity and excellence for all of our students, closing the opportunity gaps, and preparing students for post-secondary success. The mission of Danbury Public Schools, in partnership with families and the community, is to provide transformational learning experiences, designed to nurture thoughtful and prepared graduates. We have set very ambitious and rigorous goals to assure that our students graduate prepared to transform our world, and we are always searching for staff who are committed to our mission and the success of our students. Our schools range from 13 different and unique elementary schools including an interdistrict magnet school for International Studies, to three middle schools, including an intradistrict magnet school focused on STEM and World Studies, to our flagship Danbury Career Academies that are transforming how we deliver education to students with a wide range of interests taught by a faculty with real world and academic experiences. DPS recruits and commits to educators with passion, who are committed to our vision to aspire to advance ALL learners to their highest potential.

Position Summary

Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and 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. Seeking a Chemistry teacher for the Danbury Public Schools. Should be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment. Need a teacher who collaborates well in a small-setting with a diverse population, is flexible and dynamic, and is excited about teaching.

Responsibilities

• Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Danbury Board of Education
• Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines
• Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Chemistry
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences
• Assess student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
• Keep parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• Design clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents
• Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establish and maintain professional relationships
• Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
• Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching of Chemistry

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience working with adolescent 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 problem-solving skills
• Prior teaching experience preferred

Qualifications

• Active 031 CDE Chemistry Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
• Knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in Chemistry
• Demonstrated and successful experience in a multi-cultural setting
• Demonstrated ability to teach high school 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 secondary school teaching
• Ability to prepare effective plans
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Danbury Board of Education may find appropriate

Salary: Salary and wages are paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between NEA Danbury and the Danbury Board of Education which can be found on our website.