Middle School Teacher - Small Class sizes 25-26 school year - Non-Profit, Independent School

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Teacher, K-8

Category: Teaching Faculty

Status: Full-time; Salaried; Exempt

Working Environment: Children's Community School is a fully accredited non-profit, non-public, independent school with a class size of about 16 students. Learn more about this special school at ccswaterbury.org.

Typical Schedule: School operational hours, typically in the building 8:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m or until the students are dismissed. Regular time outside of operational hours for the purposes of planning, grading, and other required duties; Infrequent work requirements outside of standard business hours; Academic year (per contract). Middle School Teacher do switch classes. There are occasional obligations beyond the school day.

Supervisor: Principal

Overview

The Teacher, K-8 is responsible for overseeing the successful planning, delivery, and assessment of academic instruction at assigned grade levels and content areas to ensure the successful fulfillment of the institutional mission. The Teacher, K-8 is also responsible for ensuring the safe, effective management of all students in assigned classrooms and all-school events and activities, utilizing appropriate methods of behavior management in accordance with established school policies and procedures.

The Teacher, K-8 serves as a conduit of information between the School and students' families, representing institutional priorities and the best interests of each child. Furthermore, the Teacher, K-8 is responsible for the accurate and timely recording and reporting student assessments. The Teacher, K-8, is expected to actively engage in professional development activities to model continual learning and effectively employ best pedagogical practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

Mission Awareness

● Effectively communicate the mission and goals of the school to internal and external constituencies, ensuring mission alignment for all classroom and instructional activities

● Cultivate an atmosphere of community and compassion amongst faculty, staff, students, and families

● Support families through regular, appropriate communication and assistance in ensuring student development and success

Academic Life
● Demonstrate appropriate grade level and subject area content knowledge, as well as developmentally sound pedagogical strategies and methods, employing such knowledge and strategies to create rigorous yet supportive learning environments

● Plan and execute culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate individual and small group lessons that establish the necessary conditions for all students to demonstrate progress towards and achievement of academic goals

● Employ a variety of instructional techniques and assessments, including effective use of technology, for the purpose of motivating students to actively engage in all aspects of the learning process

● Evaluate student progress and achievement using appropriate formative and summative assessments and effectively utilize assessment results and data to inform appropriate instruction and intervention

● Participate actively in the review of curricular goals and materials to ensure the highest quality learning experiences for all students

Student Life
● Create and maintain a positive social and emotional learning environment that allows for the safe and orderly operation of the classroom and consistent display of an environment conducive to learning

● Establish and enforce behavioral expectations, in accordance with School policies, that highlight mutual respect, cultural competency, and a commitment to rigorous learning

● Intervene, as appropriate, to address any student violations of School rules or behavioral expectations, reporting such incidents to the Principal, according to School policy

● Foster a classroom and institutional culture that is compassionate and respectful to all community members, regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religion, and other identifying factors

● Encourage student engagement in a broad range of non-academic learning experiences, both as offered by CCS and other appropriate agencies and providers

● Supervise student participation in recess and meal activities, ensuring safety and appropriate conduct

Professional Learning Community
● Reflect and assess one's professional performance, identifying areas for growth and improvement, and actively participate in both self-identified professional development opportunities, as well as those provided by the Principal

● Maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with all colleagues
● Contribute to the overall success of the School through engagement in additional responsibilities intended to foster community and strengthen the mission of the institution

Administrative

● Maintain accurate records of student attendance, including, but not limited to, submission of information through a student information management system

● Assess and record metrics of student achievement and progress, including the timely entry of performance data and completion of report cards, test results, and other required reports

Other
● Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Executive Director

• There are sometimes opportunities to take on extra responsibilities for grant-funded extra-curricular activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

● Bachelor's degree required, preferably in elementary or special education; degrees in other related fields will be considered in combination with instructional experience with groups of children

● Regional teaching certification strongly preferred
● Two years of experience leading student groups in organized educational activities
● Effective oral and written communication skills

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities contained within this position description should not be considered a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned occasionally as necessitated by organizational needs. Employees will be notified in writing of any permanent changes to the position description. This position description was last updated on Aug 15, 2025.

EEO Statement

Children’s Community School adheres to the principle of equal opportunity. Staff is employed based on qualifications and competence, education, experience, personal qualities, evaluation of previous employers, and other references. The School makes employment decisions based on merit, and the
School's needs, and not on race, color, citizenship, or mental disability, marital status, veteran, status, or any other classification protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person