Openings as of 12/14/2025
New Canaan High School is seeking a High School French Teacher to join our school community beginning in January 2026. All candidates must hold or be eligible for appropriate CT certification. UCONN and AP certified preferred.
We are seeking a percussion instructor with experience building world-class percussion programs to give a jumpstart to the percussion program in New Canaan Public Schools. A strong percussion program in our district will provide many benefits:
It provides an opportunity for many different types of students to participate in music because of its low barrier to entry.
It provides the students opportunities to perform in a highly-visible and exciting ensemble that performs at football games, parades, school- and town-functions, etc.
Connecticut is considered the home of rudimental drumming, a style of drumming rooted in militaristic discipline and technique that stems from the use of drummers in the military. A lively percussion program enables students to access their local heritage.
Provide specialized instruction to percussion students.
Maintain and repair the high-end percussion equipment in our schools.
Write and design show music for the Winter Percussion Ensemble.
Collaborate with the Band Directors to implement best percussion-teaching practices.
10 Evening Winter Percussion Rehearsals
1 Winter Percussion Show on Saturday, 4/11
10 In-School Sectionals at NCHS
10 In-School Sectionals at Saxe MS
Scheduled in collaboration with the Band Directors
5 Maintenance Sessions
The Percussion consultant will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs of the percussion inventory at NCHS and Saxe MS. These instruments are expensive, sensitive, and require many different skill sets because there is such a large variety of instruments. Some tasks would be:
Tune drums regularly. Change out and replace drum heads on all concert and marching equipment. Provide specialized instruction to all students and band directors on best-practices to maintain the instruments. ?Compensation for the position will be a Class 4 Stipend per Article 13F of the NCEA contract, $4,622. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2489/NCPS/5480554/NCEA_Contract_2025-2028.pdf. Please complete an application on our district website, www.ncps-k12.org and upload a resume and cover letter. Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please complete the online application if you are interested in a position working on a theater production at Saxe Middle School or New Canaan High School.
Immediate opening for a part time (.5 FTE) School Psychologist or School Social Worker (K-4) at West Elementary School. Candidates should hold or be eligible for appropriate CT certification. Please be sure to apply on our website www.ncps-k12.org and upload a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, copy of your certificate, and transcripts.
Position Summary
Saxe Middle School is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our team in the 2025-26 school year. Under the direction of the Special Education Administrator, the teacher will work collaboratively with a skilled team of professionals, including related service personnel and teaching assistants, to provide specialized instruction tailored to students with complex learning profiles, including Autism, Down Syndrome, and Intellectual Disabilities.
Provide direct instruction to students requiring special education services.
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Management Plans.
Prepare progress reports, year-end evaluations, and administer pre- and post-assessments as needed.
Collaborate with the team to conduct multidisciplinary evaluations as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, including IEPs, data collection, and evaluation reports.
Coordinate student schedules with other staff members and administration.
Manage and oversee Teaching Assistants' responsibilities and schedules.
Foster effective communication with administration, staff, and parents/guardians to support student success.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Holds or is eligible for Connecticut State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
Experience working with students of varied abilities, including those on the Autism spectrum.
Proficiency in data collection and analysis to inform instructional decisions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and student-centered learning community dedicated to fostering growth and independence in students with diverse needs.
We look forward to receiving applications from passionate educators who are committed to making a difference in the lives of students.
