Openings as of 12/21/2024
We are looking for one spring Unified Sports Coach per elementary school. The Unified Sports Coach will be responsible for recruiting athletes and partners to play soccer for at least 6 weeks. Additionally, the coach will be responsible for scheduling practices and creating a schedule to share with parents on the first day. At the end of the season, each of the teams will participate in a culminating event/competition to be held at Masuk High School. The coach will be responsible for communicating this information to the players, the partners, and the families. The Coach will work under the direction of the building principal. First Aid and CPR is required. Previous work experience with children in K-5 is required. Knowledge of soccer is required
The weeks for the program will be April 7, April 21, April 28, May 5, and May 12 with one practice session per week. The concluding event being the week of May 19-23.
Maternity Leave - Elementary Special Education Teacher - Monroe Elementary School
Position Purpose
- Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions
- Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
- Participates in PPT's and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
- Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
- State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education:
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree in Special Education.
Experience:
- Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
- Preferred experience implementing/utilizing a Structured Literacy Program for small group/individual instruction
FLSA Status: Exempt
Description: Literacy Intervention Tutor (Grades 9-12) Job Summary: Intervention Tutor to support students in class and small group settings.
Qualifications: Flexibility, knowledge of reading and writing skills, SAT experience preferred, but not required Working Conditions: Masuk High School 30 hours/week Application Procedure: Apply online Selection Procedure:
English Teacher (Grades 9-12)
Masuk High School Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, foster communication skills, develop an understanding and appreciation of literature of all types, motivate students to read a wide variety of publications to derive information, comprehend and critically assess the reading materials, and to promote the development of skills in the field of English reading, grammar and syntax. Essential Functions
Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.
Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note:The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments. Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position. Certification/License:
Connecticut State Certification 015 English, 7-12
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree in related area preferred.
Experience: Successful prior teaching experiences in English, Preferred. FLSA Status: Exempt
Application procedure: apply online
Selection procedure: Interviews with selection committee
Title: Long-term Sub - High School French teacher - Through March of 2025
FRENCH
This position will cover a long-term leave estimated to begin immediately and continue through January. The schedule includes French 3, 3 honors, French 4, 4 honors, UConnECE and AP French. UConn ECE certification preferred but not necessary.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge, skills and abilities in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing a language other than English, and to develop an understanding and appreciation of the native culture of the countries where the language is the primary means of communication.
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Education
Experience
Successful prior foreign language teaching experience a plus.
Description:
Substitute Nurses - RN's for the Schools Job Summary: Qualifications:
CT License and Active CPR & AED Working Conditions: Application Procedure: Apply Online Selection Procedure: Successful Candidates will be notified.
Description: Substitute Teacher needed for all levels. Application Procedure: Apply Online and then complete steps found at the following here. Qualifications: BA Degree or ED174 in Lieu Of (District will complete)
SAT Reading & Writing Teacher
English instructor needed for winter SAT evening classes at Masuk. Classes will begin mid-February and last four weeks. Classes will be held Tuesday evenings for 2 hours. If inclement weather occurs, classes will be held through Google Meet. Familiarity with the newly designed SAT is required.
$100/hour: $800 for the entire series of courses
Start-End dates: 2/18/25-3/11/25 Tuesdays 5:45-7:45pm
