Science Teacher - 2026/2027 SY
About The Position
Danbury Public Schools is seeking a passionate Science Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year at Rogers Park Middle School. The district is committed to cultivating equity and excellence for all students, preparing them for post-secondary success. The ideal candidate will be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment, collaborate effectively in a small-setting with a diverse population, be flexible and dynamic, and excited about teaching. The role involves instructing students, fostering learning and development, communicating with parents, creating a conducive classroom environment, and participating in professional learning.
Requirements
- Active 034 CDE Science 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 Science
- 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 school teaching
- Ability to prepare effective plans
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Danbury 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, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
- Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Science
- 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 Science
Benefits
- Salary and wages are paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between NEA Danbury and the Danbury Board of Education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
