Norwalk Public Schools
Teacher - English - Grade 6 (2025-2026 SY)
Norwalk Public Schools, Norwalk, Connecticut, us, 06860
Overview
Teacher - English - Grade 6 (2025-2026 SY) at Norwalk Public Schools. Instruct students in English Language Arts (ELA) for Grade 6, support the credit recovery program, and contribute to a student-centered, problem-based learning environment. Will collaborate in a diverse, small-setting, flexible, and dynamic team and participate in professional learning. The role requires effective communication with parents and a classroom environment conducive to learning. Responsibilities
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and meet the needs of all learners Demonstrate strong content knowledge of English Maintain accurate and complete records as required Conduct parent/teacher conferences Assess student learning on a continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed Keep parents up-to-date on student progress through interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through individual and small group settings as needed Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use results to refine curriculum and instructional practices Design clear and specific learning assessments Maintain a positive learning environment and promote open communication Maintain a positive school community image and encourage ethical student behavior Maintain ongoing communication with parents Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other educational materials Establish and maintain professional relationships Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and practices for secondary school English education Knowledge/Skills
Experience working with adolescent 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 Prior teaching experience preferred Special skills include knowledge of English education in other countries or project-based learning Qualifications
Active 215 CDE Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education Bachelor’s Degree in Education or English 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, administrators and staff Knowledge of teaching methods and education practices applicable to secondary school English Ability to prepare effective plans Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate Days: Monday – Friday, July - August Salary: In line with the NFT Contract Apply at www.norwalkps.org/applynow 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, 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. 09.15.2025
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Teacher - English - Grade 6 (2025-2026 SY) at Norwalk Public Schools. Instruct students in English Language Arts (ELA) for Grade 6, support the credit recovery program, and contribute to a student-centered, problem-based learning environment. Will collaborate in a diverse, small-setting, flexible, and dynamic team and participate in professional learning. The role requires effective communication with parents and a classroom environment conducive to learning. Responsibilities
Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, use appropriate techniques, and meet the needs of all learners Demonstrate strong content knowledge of English Maintain accurate and complete records as required Conduct parent/teacher conferences Assess student learning on a continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed Keep parents up-to-date on student progress through interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through individual and small group settings as needed Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use results to refine curriculum and instructional practices Design clear and specific learning assessments Maintain a positive learning environment and promote open communication Maintain a positive school community image and encourage ethical student behavior Maintain ongoing communication with parents Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other educational materials Establish and maintain professional relationships Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and practices for secondary school English education Knowledge/Skills
Experience working with adolescent 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 Prior teaching experience preferred Special skills include knowledge of English education in other countries or project-based learning Qualifications
Active 215 CDE Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education Bachelor’s Degree in Education or English 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, administrators and staff Knowledge of teaching methods and education practices applicable to secondary school English Ability to prepare effective plans Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate Days: Monday – Friday, July - August Salary: In line with the NFT Contract Apply at www.norwalkps.org/applynow 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, 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. 09.15.2025
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