Classroom Teacher / World Languages Teacher - Multilingual Learner - MLL (2026-2027 SY) Certificate: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages PreK-12 111

Job Description:

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

TEACHER, MULTILINGUAL LEARNER

BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Position Summary

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
• Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines
• 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
• Demonstrates strong content knowledge
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required
• Conducts parent/teacher conferences
• Assesses student learning on a continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
• Keeps parents up-to-date on 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
• Designs and implements assessments that measure progress and uses assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
• 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 educational materials
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships
• Participates in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
• Demonstrates knowledge of teaching methods, materials, and educational practices for school teaching

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience working with students
• Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment
• 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in TESOL
• Active TESOL K-12 (111) & Bilingual Certification (009)
• Expertise in writing instruction with an in-depth knowledge of language and written language development.
• Provide academic assistance with a focus on Executive Functioning Skills and Writing Instruction.
• Demonstrated experience with implementing progress monitoring measures.
• Proven experience in working with teams of educational professionals in collaborative settings.
• In-depth knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment development aligned to the CCSS.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills in working with students and their families.
• Sensitivity, understanding and appreciation for the needs and strengths of a diverse school district and community.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate.

Days: Monday - Friday

Salary: Per NFT Contract