English/Language Arts Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

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Union:
Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Salary:
Step Placement is based on education and experience as outlined in Article 4(D) of the SEA Contract.

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General Statement:
A competent English Teacher understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The English Teacher stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for exceptional students. The English Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction. In addition, the English Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community.

CSDE Educator Certification Requirements:

• English, 4–12 (015)
• English, Middle School, 4–8 (215)

See job description attached at the top of the posting for:

• Major Responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Qualifications

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Application Procedures:
Online application is required and must be filled out completely even if attaching a resume.  “See attached resume” is not acceptable.  Only submitted applications of candidates who meet the stated posting requirements will be considered.

Required Application Documents:
To be considered for this position, please provide the following:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications.
• A current resume.
• Two (2) or more letters of reference, dated within the last two years.
• • Internal candidates must submit at least one letter from their current supervisor.
  • External candidates may submit a letter from either a current or recent supervisor.

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.

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Job Description
English Teacher
General Statement:
A competent English Teacher understands growth and development, demonstrates knowledge of what is
to be taught and facility in the basic skills and helps students to develop positive self-concepts. The
English Teacher stimulates the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assesses student
needs and progress, and plans instruction to achieve selected objectives, including those appropriate for
exceptional students. The English Teacher accomplishes these objectives through effective
communication with students, parents and colleagues, and through the use of appropriate techniques and
materials in a positive climate where time, space and equipment are effectively organized for instruction.
In addition, the English Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters
cooperative involvement with parents and the community.
Major Responsibilities:
• Demonstrates facility in the skills of reading, writing and mathematics.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the subject to be taught.
• Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development as it relates to the teaching-learning
process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the American public school system.
• Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives.
• Effectively implements instructional plans and uses appropriate instructional techniques.
• Effectively communicates with students.
• Helps students develop positive self-concepts.
• Facilitates the independence of the student as learner.
• Effectively organizes time, space, materials and equipment for instruction.
• Effectively assesses student needs and progress.
• Effectively meets the needs of exceptional students.
• Establishes a positive learning environment.
• Meets professional responsibilities.
• Encourages and maintains the cooperative involvement and support of parents and the community.
Qualifications:
• A valid Connecticut teacher certificate in 015-English, 7-12.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching the subject area(s) and/or instructional levels targeted.
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and educational assistants.
• Evidence of organizational ability and willingness to pursue tasks to successful completion.
• Superior communication skills (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of and/or demonstrate the ability to learn and implement Operating Systems (i.e.
Windows, Chrome); Productivity Software (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint;
Google Workspace - Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail; Adobe Acrobat); Communication and
Collaboration tools (i.e. Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams); Accounting Software (i.e. Oracle,
QuickBooks); Student Information Systems (i.e. Naviance, Power School, CT-SEDS); or any other
technology deemed relevant for this position.
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Employee Signature Date
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Employee Name (Please Print)
Sept. 1991

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