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Westport Public Schools

Elementary Teacher - Grade 5

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Westport, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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.

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Job Description

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/K-5

Teaching Positions Date Posted:

8/29/2026

Location:

Greens Farms Elementary Date Available:

As soon as possible

Closing Date:

Until Filled Greens Farms Elementary School seeks a fifth-grade teacher who will create a dynamic classroom where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Through strong relationships and innovative instruction, the successful candidate will cultivate curiosity, encourage thoughtful risk taking, and inspire a lifelong love of learning while empowering every student to thrive.

Qualifications:

CT Certification Required (305, 013); Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Salary:

According to the Teachers\' contract (2025-2028) (see website www.westportps.org/employment � personnel contracts)

Starting Date:

As soon as possible

Application Deadline:

Open until position is filled

Application Procedure:

Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2147 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one\'s current status as a Westport employee.) External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2147 (Paper copies will not be accepted.) The Westport Board of Education (the "Board") will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.