Norwalk Public Schools is Hiring a Long Term Substitute Teacher - Reading Improvement (2023-2024 SY) Near Norwalk, CT
2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHERREADING/WRITING IMPROVEMENTROWAYTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLPosition DescriptionThe Reading/Writing Improvement Teacher is highly skilled in supporting at-risk students who are experiencing reading and writing difficulties. This position requires a teacher who is a continual learner and has knowledge of and demonstrated success in teaching reading and writing as well as in providing tiered instruction to struggling students. The Reading/Writing Improvement Teacher will also be responsible for coaching classroom teachers in reading/writing systems, strategies and procedures and in effectively implementing the identified SRBI interventions for students in Tiers One and Two. The design of this hybrid teaching/coaching role allows for the provision of direct instruction to students for the majority of the school day (70%) and time to provide peer coaching and professional development to colleagues (30%) of the school day. Essential FunctionsProvides direct instruction to students identified as needing Tier One or Tier Two SRBI interventions
Implements research-based interventions with targeted students
Identifies and addresses the specific reading needs of targeted students through the administration of screening and diagnostic assessments
Understands and focuses on all five pillars of reading instruction (phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension)
Applies knowledge of different learning styles to customize lessons for students
Conducts progress monitoring assessments and strategies during the course of instruction
Builds strong relationships with classroom teachers
Assists teachers in the collection and analysis of progress monitoring data for targeted students
Peer coaches’ other teachers to use the research-based programs, strategies and varied resources through modeling, co-teaching, observing and providing feedback, as assigned
Assists teachers with planning and pacing of lessons, the development of differentiated lessons and the selection of best practices and strategies to best meet the needs of their students
Provides technical support to teacher teams, as needed
Create an articulated schedule with building administrator in consultation with the CAO
Demonstrates expertise in providing research- based interventions through virtual learning environments
Provides regular reports and feedback to parents of identified students
Maintains logs and student records, as appropriate
Collaborates with CAO, Curriculum Directors and/or Building Administrator to plan professional learning sessions
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Highly effective communicator
Exemplary record of teaching and improving students’ reading and writing proficiencies
Strong knowledge of research- based programs and practices
Collaborates well with other teachers, administrators and parents
Uses Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom
QUALIFICATIONS
Remedial Reading and Remedial Language Arts, Grades 1-12 (#102) Cross Endorsement Required
Master’s Degree required
A minimum of five years of exemplary teaching at a minimum of two different grade levels
Strong presentation, facilitation, organization and planning skills
Knowledge of Adult Learning Theory preferred
Prior successful experience as a Reading teacher preferred
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate
Ability to speak Spanish preferred
Note: The Superintendent will be reviewing effectiveness in this position on an annual basis in accordance with the standards set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.Days: Monday – Friday Salary: Per NFT Agreement Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision 1-39 Days: $110.00/day 40 Days: $254.38/day Apply atwww.norwalkpublicschools.orgClick “Employment”NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt 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, sexual orientation, 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; gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability. 09.29.2023