Teacher - Art

Teacher - Art (2026-2027 SY) JobID: 10192 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Teacher - Art Date Posted: 5/4/2026 Location: SONO 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR TEACHER - ART SOUTH NORWALK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Position Summary Instruct students in the specific area of art, help students learn art and the skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning. Responsibilities Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines Manages 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 Demonstrates strong content knowledge Maintains accurate and complete records as required Conducts parent/teacher conferences Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed Informs parents of student progress, through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices Designs clear and specific learning assessments Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior Maintains ongoing communication with parents Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials Establishes and maintains professional relationships Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for elementary school teaching Knowledge/Skills Experience working with students in a diverse school setting Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment 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 Knowledge of art curriculum and concepts Knowledge of and curiosity about world art; must be able to teach a variety of art subjects Qualifications Active 042 CSDE Certification in art, as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education Knowledge and skills acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in Art Demonstrated and successful experience in a multi-cultural setting Fluency in Spanish preferred Demonstrated ability to teach elementary school art classes; experience with team teaching; urban experience Human relations skills to work effectively with students, parents, school administrators and school staff Knowledge of teaching methods, materials and education practices applicable to elementary school teaching Ability to prepare effective plans 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 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, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status 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 pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr