Job Description:
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - ELEMENTARY SCIENCE TEACHER
Mission-Driven Culture:
NBFA employees thrive in a collaborative environment of thoughtful self-reflective professionals on a mission to change the life outcomes of Bridgeport youth by narrowing the nefarious achievement gap. Our mission is to provide students a meaningful, high-quality education through experience-based learning to develop essential social, emotional, and critical-thinking skills to give all children the foundation to achieve their potential.
Reports to: Principal
Collaborates with: Classroom teachers, instructional coaches, intervention staff, and school leadership
Summary:
The Elementary Science Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, inquiry-based science instruction aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6. The teacher will foster scientific thinking, curiosity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning experiences that support student achievement and a strong foundation in STEM education.
This teacher will collaborate closely with classroom teachers and instructional leaders to integrate science instruction across content areas and will co-teach in select grade levels to support high-quality instructional practices and student learning outcomes.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, standards-based science instruction aligned to NGSS for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to facilitate NGSS-aligned hands-on, inquiry-based science lessons, experiments, and activities that promote scientific investigation, critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, observation, and curiosity.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, developmental, and learning needs of all students.
- Integrate literacy, mathematics, technology, and innovative teaching strategies into science instruction when appropriate to strengthen student engagement and deepen understanding.
- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies, assessments, and educational resources to support student learning, engagement, and achievement.
- Establish and maintain a safe, positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that encourages curiosity, exploration, open communication, and respectful teacher-student relationships.
- Assess and evaluate and monitor student performance using formative and summative assessment tools; maintain accurate records of achievement; and use data to adjust instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
- Communicate student progress with families and school staff through timely feedback, interim reports, report cards, conferences, and other appropriate communication methods.
- Ensure the proper use, organization, maintenance, and safety of science materials, equipment, and laboratory procedures.
- Promote equitable access to high-quality STEM learning opportunities for all students.
Certification, Knowledge and Skills:
- Valid Connecticut Pre-K-Grade 6 teaching certification and experience teaching elementary science and implementing NGSS-aligned instruction preferred.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards, current science education trends, and best practices in elementary science instruction.
- Knowledge of inquiry-based and project-based learning strategies.
- Experience collaborating and co-teaching with classroom teachers preferred.
- Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to fostering inclusive, student-centered learning environments.
- Passion for science education and STEM learning.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Creativity and flexibility in instructional planning and delivery.
- Commitment to educational equity and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Benefits:
- Friendly work environment
- Health coverage includes medical and dental benefits (generous portion of premium paid by NBFA)
- Life, AD & D, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- All certified personnel participate in the Connecticut Teachers Retirement Board ("CTRB")
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Ten (10)+ paid holidays plus school closes year-end, for Spring Break and Summer Vacation
- Vacation / Sick Leave / Personal Time per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Classification:
Full-Time/Exempt/186 days
Compensation:
Per Collective Bargaining Agreement