Job Description :

General Education Teacher

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, Sterling teachers facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum;
• documenting teaching and student outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and culturally responsive learning environment;

and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals as determined by the superintendent.

All offers of employment will be conditional upon the successful outcome of a criminal record check. Any person applying for employment with the Board shall submit to a record check of the Department of Children and Families Child Abuse and Neglect Registry before the person may be hired.

Essential Functions :

The primary function of a Sterling teacher is the planning for and effective delivery of instruction and assessment of student learning.

In addition, a Sterling teacher :

• Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is conducive to student success.
• Designs and effectively implements personalized instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences that are innovative and promote deeper learning.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
• Maintains familiarity with district, state and national standardized assessments.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Facilitates families as co-educators in students' education and ensures effective communication with students, parents and stakeholders.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior in accordance with school and district policies.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with other staff members and participates in staff meetings and workshops.
• Participates in data team meetings as required.

Additional Duties :

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of personalized instruction based upon student learning needs and styles.
• Knowledge of applicable federal state laws regarding education and students.
• Skill in data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Skill in meeting the educational needs of racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically and linguistically diverse group of learners.
• Skill in effective communication and collaboration with all members of the school community including families and colleagues.
• Skill in identifying and building upon the unique talents and strengths of each student.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships

Certification / License :

Connecticut State Certification

Education :

Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.(113 Integrated Early child.

Special Ed, Nursery-K : Elem 1-3) (013 - K-6)

• Master's Degree in related area preferred.
• If interested, please apply on our website : www.sterlingschool.org - District - Employment - Applitrack

Last updated : 2024-07-10