Teacher - Biology (2026-2027 SY)

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Public Schools seeks a Biology teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at Brien McMahon High School. The role involves delivering biology instruction, using best practices, and engaging with students, parents, and the community to support achievement.

The candidate should have a teaching certification and experience in a diverse high school setting, with strong collaboration and communication skills. The position follows the NFT contract terms.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching high school biology and handling diverse student populations.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Follows the scope and sequence defined by the Norwalk Board of Education.
• Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines.
• Manages classroom behavior to maintain a productive learning environment.
• Prepares lesson plans with clear objectives and appropriate techniques.
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge and maintains records.
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences.
• Assesses student progress and identifies intervention needs.
• Maintains ongoing communication with parents.
• Designs assessments to measure progress and refine curriculum.

Skills

Adolescent education

Diversity and inclusion

Team teaching

Clear communication

Active listening

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Active CSDE Biology certification

Multicultural experience

Job description

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
TEACHER BIOLOGY
BRIEN MCMAHON HIGH SCHOOL

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

Responsibilities

• Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education
• Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines
• Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences
• Assesses student learning on continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
• Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• Designs clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintains ongoing communication with parents
• Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships
• Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
• Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching

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

Qualifications

• Active CSDE Biology certification (endorsement 030) as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
• Knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Science.
• Demonstrated and successful experience in a multi-cultural setting.
• Fluency in Spanish is desirable.
• 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 Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days: Monday Friday
Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

06.09.2026