Brookside Elementary School Teacher- Montessori (2025-2026 SY)

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR Primary Montessori Teacher

BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Position Summary Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment conducive to learning; participate in professional learning.

Essential Functions:

Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility Ensures the safety of students Implements the Norwalk Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations, and directives Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom Maintains accurate and complete records as required Attends parent/teacher conferences Assess student learning on a continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education Maintains respect for confidential information Keeps parents up-to-date on student progress through the use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed Design clear and specific learning assessments Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior Maintain ongoing communication with parents

For Special Education Teachers:

Prepare student education plans in consultation with IEP team members Design instruction, both individual and small group, which parallels the general education curriculum Act as coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staff Monitor student progress, participate in review and revision of IEP, as appropriate Assist other professional staff in the diagnosis of learning disorders, the development of planned remediation, and the evaluation of student progress Maintain appropriate student data and other records and submit reports as required by State and Federal law Attend all PPT meetings for assigned students Develop and implement strategies in partnership with families to positively affect student learning

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment, and other educational materials Establish and maintain professional relationships Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing Effective, active listening skills Ability to work effectively with others Organizational and problem-solving skills Excellent public relations skills Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management Qualifications Active subject matter certificate (511) as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education AMI or NAMI Montessori teacher completion, enrollment, or willingness to obtain training Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days:

Monday � Friday

Salary:

In accordance with the NFT contract www.norwalkps.org Click "Employment"

NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It 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 preference, 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 preference or physical and mental disability. 3.4.2026