Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies; SY

Position Summary

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. Should be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment in a Social Studies classroom.

Need a teacher who collaborates well in a small-setting with a diverse population, is flexible and dynamic, and is excited about learning how Social Studies fits into a global studies theme.

P-TECH Position Summary

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. Should be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment in a Social Studies classroom.

Need a teacher who collaborates well in a small-setting with a diverse population, is flexible and dynamic, and is excited about learning how Social Studies fits into a global studies theme.

• 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 serve the needs of all learners in the classroom.
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Social Studies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required.
• Conduct parent/teacher conferences.
• Assess student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed.
• Keep parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences.
• Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed.
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices.
• Design clear and specific learning assessments.
• Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner.
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents.
• Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education 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 educational practices for secondary school teaching of Social Studies.

• 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 Social Studies education in other countries or project-based learning.

• Active 026 CDE Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or in Social Studies.
• 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, school administrators and school staff.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, materials and education practices applicable to secondary…