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

Stamford Public Schools; Stamford (CT); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is seeking a competent Social Studies Teacher to educate grades 4–12 under the CSDE certification requirements. The teacher will foster growth, assess student needs, and plan instruction to meet objectives in a positive learning environment.

Additionally, candidates dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in another language will be given preference. Salary is step-based per education and experience.

Qualifications

• Competent Social Studies teacher with knowledge of curriculum and ability to assess student needs.
• Professional responsibility for continuing growth and involvement with parents and community.

Formation

History & Social Studies, 4–12 (026)

Description du poste

Salary

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

Date Available

November 2026

Union

Stamford Education Association (SEA)

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!

To learn more about our district, our individual schools, and why you should choose Stamford Public Schools, please

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.