Classroom Teacher / Science

Connecticut REAP • Wilton, CT

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About The Position

Wilton High School is seeking a science teacher to teach chemistry, physical science and a science elective. The position will remain open until a candidate is found.

Requirements

• Must have a CT appropriate CT certification.

Nice To Haves

• Current State Certification in appropriate content area.
• Master's Degree is highly recommended.
• Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and adjust instruction for a diverse group of students in the appropriate content area.
• Demonstrate compassion and caring for students, families, and colleagues.
• Affirm students by recognizing their unique talents and accomplishments and assist them in setting personal goals.
• Create a nurturing environment that supports exploration, risk-taking, and failure as natural parts of the learning process.
• Develop personal connections with students, staff, and families.
• Model lifelong learning and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Maintain expectations for student behavior in accordance with school policy/practice.
• Demonstrate expertise in the content area.
• Understand how students learn and grow.
• Develop lessons that allow students to construct and apply knowledge.
• Design and administer assessments to monitor student progress.
• Analyze multiple forms of assessment data and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Engage with colleagues to reflect on practice and make refinements to instruction, assessment, and lesson design.
• Implement district-approved curriculum.
• Maintain appropriate records of student attendance and progress; prepare report cards, interim and final grades as appropriate.
• Participate in regular meetings including staff meetings, IET meetings, department and/or grade level meetings, and district meetings.
• Provide supervision in activities both in and out of the classroom during the regular school day.
• Engage parents and the community in the learning process through ongoing two-way communication.
• Collaborate with other staff to support students; share knowledge and resources with others.
• Participate in PPT, 504, and/or other parent meetings.
• Model the importance of social responsibility.
• Demonstrate the ability to use technology effectively; engage in ongoing professional learning to learn new technological tools.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the superintendent of schools.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs