Westhill High School: 0.6 FTE Social Studies Teacher (Interim Contract - Leave Replacement)

Stamford Public Schools; Riverbank (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Westhill High School in Stamford, CT is seeking a 0.6 FTE Social Studies Teacher on an interim leave-replacement contract. Date available: November 2026. This position operates under the Stamford Education Association (SEA) contract.

The teacher will deliver Social Studies instruction, assess student progress, and collaborate with parents and staff to support student success. Certification in History & Social Studies 4–12 preferred; TESOL/ESL candidates may be favored.

Qualifications

• CSDE Educator Certification: History & Social Studies 4–12 (026).
• See job description for major responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
• Preference given to TESOL/Bilingual/ESL certification or language fluency.

Responsibilities

• Plan instruction to achieve objectives and assess student needs and progress.
• Communicate with students, parents and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.

Education

History & Social Studies, 4–12 (026)

Job description

Westhill High School: 0.6 FTE Social Studies Teacher (Interim Contract - Leave Replacement) Date Available: November 2026

Union: Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Salary: Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4(D) of the SEA Contract.

About Stamford Public Schools: The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate teachers who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

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General Statement:

A competent Social Studies Teacher understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The Social Studies Teacher stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The Social Studies Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction. In addition, the Social Studies Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

CSDE Educator Certification Requirements:

• History & Social Studies, 4–12 (026)

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note:

Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.