Classroom Teacher - Norwalk Public Schools
Position: | Classroom Teacher |
Subject Area: | Music |
Job Title: | Teacher-Band |
Job Location: | Tracey/Brookside Elementary School |
Beginning: | Immediately |
Deadline: | Dec 31, 2024** |
Certificate: | Music, Pre-K-12 (049) |
District: | Norwalk Public Schools |
Norwalk, CT 06852 | |
Telephone: |
203-854-4024 EXT 44024 |
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Job Description:
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
Teacher- Band
Districtwide
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
QUALIFICATIONS
Days: Monday – Friday
Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
Teacher- Band
Districtwide
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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
- Collaboration with music teachers and leadership team to develop a comprehensive music program for our students
- Collaboration with Project-based Learning Teacher and grade level teachers to develop units of study that integrate music and the arts
- 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
- Maintains accurate and complete records as required
- Conducts parent/teacher conferences
- Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify 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
- Plan individual and group instruction to foster academic, social and emotional growth
- 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
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
- Experience working with school children
- 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
- Ability to work collaboratively within a Music dept, and other departments to increase opportunities for students.
QUALIFICATIONS
- CSD Active elementary certification 049 Music, PK–12
- Bachelor's Degree or higher
- 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
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