Teacher - Business (2026-2027 SY)

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Public Schools in Norwalk, CT seeks a high school teacher for Business who can deliver engaging instruction at Brien McMahon High School. The role requires adapting to diverse learners, maintaining records, and collaborating with colleagues and families.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Connecticut teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in education or related field, with experience in team teaching and urban settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in a diverse school setting.
• Team teaching in a multicultural environment.
• Effective written and oral communication with students and parents.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Norwalk Board of Education scope and sequence.
• Prepare lesson plans with clear objectives and appropriate techniques.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Maintain accurate student records as required.
• Assess student learning and identify areas of intervention as needed.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and open communication with parents.

Skills

Experience working with students in a

Team teaching in a multicultural env

Effective written and oral comm

Organizational and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field

Active 010 CDE Certification

Experience teaching high school and team teaching

Job description

• Position Type: High School Teaching/ Teacher - Business Education
• Date Posted: 11/6/2026
• Location: Brien McMahon High School
• Date Available: November/2026

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

TEACHER – BUSINESS

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 a continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
• Keeps parents up-to-date on 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 uses 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 educational 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 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 010 CDE Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
• The knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired through a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in an appropriate field.
• 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 and implement 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.