Norwalk is looking to hire a Family & Consumer Science teacher.
Position is available 2008-2009

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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES TEACHER ? BRIEN MCMAHON H. S. PENDING FINALIZATION OF BUDGET ? JOB DESCRIPTION: Teacher of Family and Consumer Sciences grades 9-12 implements instructional programs in all areas of consumer education including child development and hotel management. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.? Instructional Program: ???? a.?? Works with instructional supervisor to implement, strengthen, improve???????? program. ???? b.??? Keeps informed of new developments in curriculum, instruction methods. ???? c.??? Implements new and established programs. ???? d.??? Provides students with diversified learning activities. ???? e.??? Helps interpret the curriculum to parents. 2.? Classroom Supervision: ???? a.??? Teaches students good study habits. ???? b.??? Promotes positive self-concept in each student; provides encouragement to each student ??????????? to develop his or her full potential. ???? c.??? Understands social and emotional adjustments of students. ???? d.??? Promotes student awareness and respect for different cultures. ???? e.??? Creates appropriate learning atmosphere in classroom; maintains classroom order. ???? f.???? Maintains student attendance and tardiness records. ???? g.??? Makes evaluation reports upon request. ???? h.??? Maintains records of individual students? progress through assignments, quizzes and ??????????? projects. ???? i.???? Keeps inventory of materials, equipment and supplies. 3.? Communication: ???? a.??? Maintains contact with parents, guidance personnel as needed to evaluate students? ??????????? academic and social growth. ???? b.??? Takes initiative to work cooperatively with other school departments; shares ideas ??????????? among faculty members and administration. ???? c.??? Participates as appropriate in school-community affairs. Pg. 2 ? Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher ? Brien McMahon H. S. ? 4.? Professional Responsibility: ???? a.?? Works in the interest of the students? physical and emotional welfare. ???? b.??? Accepts and incorporates suggestions for classroom improvement. ???? c.??? Participates in professional growth by attending workshops, taking courses, reading ??????????? new literature, observing other teachers, attending in-service training meetings. 5.? Other: ???? a.??? Contributes to determining on-going budgetary needs of department. ???? b.??? Performs related duties as required. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: CT certification in Home Economics Pre-K-12 (045).? Human relations skills to work effectively with students, parents, school administrators, school staff.? Demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity and multicultural curriculum.? Ability to prepare effective plans and maintain proper records.? Thorough knowledge of specific content area and excellent discipline. Ability to employ various instructional delivery techniques.? Familiarity with alternative assessment.? Ability to maintain classroom order. ? COMPENSATION:?????????????????????????????????????????????? PER N.F.T. CONTRACT ? EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION:??????????????????? 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR ? Both candidates from within the system and candidates from outside the system will be considered. ? Apply at www.norwalkpublicschools.org Click Employment ? ? NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ?The Norwalk Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer.? It hires qualified personnel based upon the individual merits and achievements of applicants and employees.? All hiring decisions are made without regard to Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Gender, Age, Marital Status, Sexual Preference or Physical or Mental Disability of any applicant.?