Long Term Substitute: Elementary Classroom Teacher

About the role

The position serves under the general supervision of the Principal at John F. Kennedy Elementary School. The role involves creating an enriching educational environment, assisting students and teaching staff, and developing appropriate educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Operates and supervises the classroom.
• Evaluates, selects appropriate supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Aids students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities.
• Collaborates with administrators and other teaching staff to select instructional materials; informs students and teaching staff about new acquisitions.
• Serves as a resource to students to provide assistance.
• Organizes and maintains accurate and complete record-keeping as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication between students, parents, and the school.
• Ensures that student conduct aligns with the school's standards and policies, and establishes and maintains behavioral standards to foster a functional learning atmosphere.
• Participates in lessons with classroom teachers.

Requirements

Profile:

• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical And Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Benefits

Windsor Public Schools are committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not discriminate in any employment practice, education program or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal non-discrimination laws.

Equal Opportunity

Windsor Public Schools are committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and licensing for all qualified persons. Windsor Public Schools do not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction.

Contact Information

District Title IX Coordinator: Danielle Batchelder, Chief of Operations / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000.

District 504 Coordinator: Mary Cristofaro, Director of Pupil & Special Education Services / 601 Matianuck Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095, 860-687-2000.