What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher position at New Fairfield Public Schools?
- Establish a positive learning environment that fosters student engagement, independence, and interdependence.
- Implement NFPS science curriculum, aligned to NGSS Standards, through the use of highly-effective instructional strategies and inquiry approaches.
- Provide instructional support and differentiation of instruction for all students.
- Use effective strategies to ensure student engagement, monitor student progress, and adjust instruction.
- Analyze assessment data to inform instruction and improve student learning and growth.
- Engage in professional self-reflection and seek feedback to enhance professional practice and student learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with colleagues, curriculum specialists, and administrators in professional learning and discourse to support the collective growth of the school and district.
- Consistently demonstrate professional responsibility and the highest ethical standards.
- Appropriate Connecticut Science teaching certification (Grades 7-12).
- Knowledge of NGSS Standards and effective phenomenon-based inquiry approaches.
- Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
- Understanding of a range of student needs and implications for teaching and learning.
- Ability to use student data to inform instruction.
- Strong organizational and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administration to foster the growth of students, the school, and the district.
JobID: 4570
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Science
Middle School Teaching/Science
Date Posted:
2/28/2025
2/28/2025
Location:
Middle School
Middle School
Closing Date:
3/13/2025 or Until Filled
3/13/2025 or Until Filled
POSITION: SCIENCE TEACHER
SCHOOL: New Fairfield Middle School
New Fairfield Public Schools seeks an energetic, highly motivated, and dynamic individual for the role of middle school science teacher. The ideal candidate will bring to the position a depth and breadth of science content knowledge, a deep understanding of how students learn, instructional practices that foster student engagement, skill in using curriculum as a tool for teaching and learning, and an ability to build a positive learning environment in which all students can thrive. This is an opportunity to join a supportive school community of staff, students, and families, and a professional community committed to collaboration and growth.
GENERAL DUTIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
POSITION TO START: School Year 2025-26
SALARY: Per NFEA Contract
PLEASE SUBMIT: Online Application (www.newfairfieldschools.org)
Letter of Intent
Transcripts
Certification
Letters of Reference (2)
The New Fairfield Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and state laws.)
Date Posted: February 28, 2025
Posting Closing Date: March 13, 2025 or Until Filled
(the later of)
