Classroom Teacher / Mathematics Math Department Head (9-12)

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions:

Accountable to the Curriculum Administrator, department heads serve as lead teachers in the implementation of curriculum and instructional practices that result in exceptional student achievement and teaching. With the support of the Curriculum Administrator, department heads are responsible for providing targeted professional development, assisting in the research and implementation of best practices in curriculum and instruction through coaching, meaningful observation, and constructive content-based formative evaluation. The functions of this Department Head position are intended to support an effective Teacher/Leader operating under the Curriculum Administrator in close collaboration with site-based building administrators to improve and enhance the effectiveness of the delivery of instruction District-wide.

This position is limited to a two (2) academic year term. Incumbents are eligible to apply biennially.

Qualifications:

• Valid Connecticut teaching certificate in content department area(s)
• Department Chair Certification (105) or (092)
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful, related teaching experience with diverse learners
• Ability to mentor new teachers
• Experience in providing curriculum leadership and innovation
• Ability to work toward interdisciplinary instruction with other departments
• Proven leadership skills

Salary:

Teaching salary is in keeping with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with NEA-Danbury, with a base stipend of $6,000 and an additional sum between $1,000 and $6,000 annually based upon the size of the department.

.4 Mathematics Department Head & .6 teaching/coaching assignment within content area certification

Application Procedure:

Apply Online, including the required attachments.

Please go online at www.danbury.k12.ct.us job listings