An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
New Haven Public Schools Compensation/Benefits/Opportunities:
Local 933, New Haven Federation of Teachers New Haven teachers are offered a variety of leadership development opportunities including but not limited to curriculum facilitator, teacher facilitator and the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute. Additional benefits include community support, special federal/state loan forgiveness, and home buyer programs. To view Medical Benefit information, click here: https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/human-resources/medical-benefits Salary contingent on degree and years of experience: 26-27
School Year:
$53,220•$108,047
Certification Requirements:
Must possess and maintain the certification requirements as established by Connecticut State Statutes. For information on how to obtain a Connecticut State Certification, please follow this link: How to obtain a Connecticut Educator Certificate. K-6
Certification, Bilingual Elementary Certification New Haven Public Schools Vision:
We believe that all kids can learn, achieve, and rise to a bright future. Our purpose is to provide an outstanding education that extends beyond graduation and prepares our students to be the next generation of leaders, innovators and problem-solvers. Engagement is the foundation of learning and growth, for students, adults, and the school district as a whole. We will be successful when all students actively engage in their own learning, when adults engage in their professional community, and when the school district is consistently learning and growing to respond to the needs of children and schools. We must all engage and take collective responsibility for ensuring student success and wellbeing so that every child has a chance to rise. To create this engagement, our vision is to build a portfolio of great schools that empower students to achieve success in college, career and life through purposeful, supportive and meaningful learning experiences. In crafting those learning experiences, we must strive to engage the whole child, the academic learning, the social-emotional growth, and health that enable students and schools to rise. As we work, we hold tight to the values of collaboration, growth and innovation, and equity.
An Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/V/D Area of Interest:
