Social Studies Teacher - Grade 6

Westport Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bedford Middle School in Westport is searching for a Social Studies Teacher, Grade 6, to join a talented team of educators meeting the needs of all students.

Starting Date: February 1, 2027. Job #2163. Salary and benefits are provided under the Westport Board of Education and Westport Education Association collective bargaining agreement, including health/dental insurance, retirement, paid leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• CT Certification (026) is required.
• School-based experience preferred.

Education

CT Certification (026)

Job description

Current and anticipated openings as of 11/6/2026

Social Studies Teacher - Grade 6 JobID: 2163

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Social Studies
• Date Posted: 11/5/2026
• Location: Bedford Middle School
• Date Available: 02/01/2027

Description

Bedford Middle School is searching for Social Studies Teacher, Grade 6, to join a talented team of educators meeting the needs of all students.

Qualifications

• School based experience preferred; and
• CT Certification Required (026).

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: $56,592 - $138,885, based on education and experience and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Westport Board of Education and the Westport Education Association. The Appendix A-2 salary schedule provides placement based on degree level and credited experience.
• Health & Dental Insurance: Eligible employees may participate in the Connecticut State Partnership Plan 2.0 for health insurance and the Delta Dental Plan, with employee premium contributions as provided in the collective bargaining agreement.
• Retirement: Participation in the Connecticut Teachers' Retirement System in accordance with applicable state requirements.
• Paid Leave: Paid leave benefits include personal illness/family illness days, personal leave, and other applicable contractual leaves.
• Additional Benefits: Tuition reimbursement and additional opportunities are available under the collective bargaining agreement.

Starting Date: February 1, 2027

Application Procedures

Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job #2163(Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.)

External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2163(Paper copies will not be accepted.)

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