Frontline Applicant Tracking - Ledyard School District

Openings as of 3/13/2025
Middle School Teaching

Library Media Specialist

JobID: 1224

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/Library Media Specialist


Date Posted:
  3/4/2025


Location:
  Ledyard Middle School


Date Available:
  25-26 SY


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a Library Media Specialist for Ledyard Middle School beginning in the 2025 - 2026 school year. Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the successful candidate will administer and maintain libraries or collections of information, for access through reference or borrowing. This is to fill an anticipated opening.
Responsibilities:
• Plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use
• Teach students basic computer skills, such as searching computerized databases
• Review and evaluate materials, using book reviews, catalogs, faculty recommendations, and current holdings to select and order print, audio-visual, and electronic resources
• Collaborate with grade level/classroom teachers in the development and implementation of cross-disciplinary projects or learning experiences
• Promote literacy by creating opportunities and events that include students, families, and staff
• Check books in and out of the library
• Keep up-to-date records of circulation and materials, maintain inventory, and correct cataloging errors
• Search standard reference materials, including online sources and the Internet, to answer students' reference questions
• Code, classify, and catalog books, publications, audio-visual aids, and other library materials based on subject matter or standard library classification systems
• Assemble and arrange display materials
• Serve as a resource to the school community
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

 Qualifications:
• CT 062 Library Media Specialist certification
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Master’s Degree in related area preferred
• Successful prior library media experience is a plus.
Skills:
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the concepts, principles, and methodologies of teaching and learning and of current practices in library media
• Ability to manage print, non-print, and electronic collections
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues
• Develop and maintain strong partnership with students and their families
• Knowledge of library software and search engines
Additional Duties:
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Salary and Benefits:
• Per the Ledyard Education Association agreement
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child

To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications may begin immediately.
Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website,
http://www.ledyard.net/district/employmentopportunities
or
Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/  to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.
 




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Openings as of 3/13/2025
Middle School Teaching

Middle School Mathematics Interventionist

JobID: 1213

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/Mathematics


Date Posted:
  1/10/2025


Location:
  Ledyard Middle School


Date Available:
  ASAP


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Ledyard Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Mathematics Interventionist. The successful candidate will work under the general supervision of the School Principal to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills. This position will focus on analyzing school wide math data, supporting individual Tier 3 student needs through targeted instruction, participation in the MTSS process, and supporting colleagues with differentiation strategies. This is to fill a current vacancy.
Qualifications:
• Evidence of effective and successful math instruction at various levels
• Demonstration of identifying, planning, and implementing math programming for struggling learners
• Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with administrators, teachers and paraprofessionals
• Ability to promote positive self-concept in each student; provide encouragement to each student to develop his or her full potential
• Demonstrates excellence in teaching mathematics principals
• Enthusiasm for teaching and learning
• Promotes a positive learning environment responsive to and respectful of the needs of students
• Understands social and emotional adjustments of students
• Successful elementary teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrates ability to work with a diverse student population
Responsibilities:
• Work in the interest of the students' physical and emotional welfare and to embrace a growth mindset
• Establish instructional programming and provide direct instruction to students who are in a tiered intervention
• Provide coaching for classroom teachers which directly aligns to district initiatives and goals
• Collect/analyze both formative and summative data for purposes of planning instruction
• Effectively consult and collaborate with school personnel, parents/families, and other professionals regarding student placement, materials, and instruction
• Maintain contact with parents, school personnel as needed to evaluate students' academic and social growth
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of people, including students, their parents and staff
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge of current theory, research and best practices in mathematics by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Supervise and provide training for support staff to include mathematics tutors and paraprofessionals
• Participate in MTSS process and evaluate referred students through appropriate testing and diagnostic procedures
Additional Duties:
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Required:
• Bachelor's degree
• Connecticut Certification Endorsement 029 or 229
Pay and Benefits:
• Per the Ledyard Education Association agreement
To Apply:
Applications will only be accepted online. **Review of applications may begin immediately
Please visit the Ledyard Public Schools website,
 or
Access the application at: https://www.applitrack.com/ledyard/onlineapp/  to apply.
 
As an equal opportunity employer, the Ledyard Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, status as a victim of domestic violence, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, protective hairstyles, alienage, ancestry, age, disability or any other basis prohibited by law.
 




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