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Long Term Substitute, Teacher Music/Choir (2020-2021 SY)

Employer
Norwalk Public Schools
Location
Norwalk, CT, US
Salary
Competitive
  • Position Type:
    Substitute/ Long Term Substitute

  • Date Posted:
    1/13/2021

  • Location:
    Brien McMahon High School

  • Date Available:
    Immediately

  • Closing Date:
    02/13/2021-Until filled

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    2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
    LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE, TEACHER, MUSIC/CHOIR
    BRIEN MCMAHON HIGH SCHOOL


    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 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

    QUALIFICATIONS
    • CSD Active elementary certification 049 Music, PK12
    • 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: Day 1-39 $100/daily
    Day 40+ $244.48/daily

    Apply at
    www.norwalkps.org
    Click "Employment"

    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, sexual orientation, 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; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

    1.13.2021

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