Long Term Substitute Teacher - Band

Position Type:

Substitute/Long Term Substitute

Date Posted:

8/14/2025

Location:

Tracey Elementary School

Date Available:

August/2025

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER - BAND

TRACEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning

RESPONSIBILITIES

Follows the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Norwalk Board of Education

Collaboration with music teachers and leadership team to develop a comprehensive music program for our students

Collaboration with Project-based Learning Teacher and grade level teachers to develop units of study that integrate music and the arts

Manages the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment

Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom

Maintains accurate and complete records as required

Conducts parent/teacher conferences

Assesses student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed

Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences

Designs instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed

Plan individual and group instruction to foster academic, social and emotional growth

Designs clear and specific learning assessments

Maintains a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner

Maintains a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior

Maintains ongoing communication with parents

Assists in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials

Establishes and maintains professional relationships

Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Experience working with school children

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Ability to work effectively with others

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a Music dept, and other departments to increase opportunities for students.

QUALIFICATIONS

CSD Active elementary certification 049 Music, PK-12

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days: Monday - Friday

Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract

40+ Days - $264.66/Day

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NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.

08.14.2025